Sarcococca ruscifolia (Chinese Sweet Box - Potted

Sarcococca ruscifolia, commonly known as Chinese sweet box, is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its glossy dark green foliage and highly fragrant winter flowers. Native to China, it thrives in shaded or partially shaded locations, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, borders, and areas beneath trees. The small, creamy-white flowers appear from late winter to early spring and produce a strong, sweet scent that can perfume an entire garden despite their modest size. Following flowering, the plant develops attractive red to black berries that provide additional ornamental interest. Hardy, low-maintenance, and tolerant of a range of soil conditions, Sarcococca ruscifolia is widely appreciated for bringing colour, fragrance, and structure to gardens during the colder months when few other plants are in bloom.