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Photo by JLBG taken at Juniper Level Botanic Gdn, NC
Sarcococca ruscifolia 'Emeishan'
Emeishan Ruscus-leaf Sweet Box
Item #: 2866
Zones: 7b to 9a, at least
Dormancy: Evergreen
Height: 60" tall
Culture: Part Sun to Light Shade
Origin: China
Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)
This amazing form of Sarcococca ruscifolia is a Mark Weathington/JC Raulston Arboretum introduction from China's famed Mt. Emei. For us, this non-suckering species has grown to 5' x 8' in only four years. The black green foliage adorns the tall, but sturdy arching stems. The small axillary clusters of buds open for us in December to reveal clusters of small, sweetly fragrant white flowers. The bright red fruit, also turns color in late December (NC) adding a lovely holiday coloration to the clump.
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Other Attributes
Genus: Sarcococca
Flower Color: White/Cream
Leaf Color: Green
Bloom Time: Fall , Spring , Winter
Container Role: Thrillers
Garden Themes: Cottage Garden Plants , Living Wall , Night Gardens , White Garden
Other: Cut Flower Plants , Deer Resistant Plants , Drought Tolerant Plants , Dry Shade Plants , Fragrant Flowers , Pollinator Plants , Medicinal Plants , Ornamental Seed or Fruit , Plant Delights Introductions , Plants from China , Rabbit Resistant Plants , Tony's Favorites