Overview
Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) is a suckering shrubs in the genus Sarcococca, part of the Buxaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. It is low maintenance. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and low maintenance.
About
Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' ('Pmoore03' PBR) is an evergreen shrub in the genus Sarcococca, commonly known as sweet box. It grows to a height and spread of 0.5 to 1 metre, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This suckering shrub thrives in full or partial shade and prefers sheltered positions with moist but well-drained or well-drained soils of various types and pH levels. It is low maintenance and offers seasonal interest in winter and spring.
About the genus
Sarcococca, nicknamed sweet box or Christmas box, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Buxaceae. native to eastern and southeastern Asia, and the Himalayas, with one species native to Central America. They are slow-growing, monoecious, evergreen shrubs 1–2 m (3–7 ft) tall.
Wikipedia contributors, "Sarcococca", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Sarcococca
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Sarcococca
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Suckering
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR)
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings, Seed sown in containers outdoors in autumn or spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR)?
Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) need?
Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) grow?
Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Sarcococca hookeriana Winter Gem ('Pmoore03'PBR)?
Semi-hardwood cuttings, Seed sown in containers outdoors in autumn or spring.
