Sarcococca saligna

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Sarcococca saligna is an evergreen shrub distinguished by its narrow, glossy leaves and its ability to perform well in brighter positions than most winter box plants. It thrives in sun to partial shade, where it produces small creamy-white flowers along the stems during winter, releasing a rich, sweet fragrance. Shiny black berries follow, extending seasonal interest. Hardy, adaptable, and easy to maintain, this variety is well suited to borders, woodland-style planting, and mixed shrub schemes, providing year-round structure and valuable winter scent.

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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
  • White
Eventual Height
  • 0.5-1m
Flowering Month
  • January
  • February
  • March
Planting Position
  • Full sun
  • Part shade
Features
  • Evergreen
  • Scented
  • Compact
  • Winter flowering
  • Low hedging
  • Low formal hedging

How to care for Sarcococca saligna

Light:
Sun to partial shade; more tolerant of sun than most Sarcococca, flowering and scent are often improved in brighter positions.

Soil:
Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil; adaptable to most soil types including clay.

Water:
Water regularly during establishment; once established, keep soil moderately moist, particularly during dry periods.

Pruning:
Minimal pruning required; lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape and remove any damaged growth.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in UK conditions.

Feeding:
Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser; mulch annually to retain moisture and improve soil structure.

Notes

Evergreen winter-flowering shrub

Narrow, willow-like dark green leaves

More sun-tolerant than most Sarcococca

Highly fragrant creamy-white winter flowers

Flowers borne along the stems

Shiny black berries following flowering

Excellent for borders and mixed planting

Reliable year-round structure

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