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Sarcococca hookeriana

'Ghorepani'


Ghorepani Christmas Box




Origin:  Discovered in Nepal by Christopher Grey-Wilson.
Family
Buxaceae
Genus
Sarcococca
Species
hookeriana
Cultivar
'Ghorepani'
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
7b - 8a
Canadian Hardiness Zone
7
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5
Temperature (°C)
-18 - (-12)
Temperature (°F)
0 - 10
Height
1 m
Spread
1 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
JanuaryDecember
General Description
Compact evergreen shrub with scented flowers that appear in winter.
Cultivation
Grow in partial or full shade in a rich soil. Tolerant of drought.
Shape
Compact, upright habit.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Leaf Description
Dull green evergreen leaves that are notably slender.
Flower Description
Clusters of small, white, unisex flowers that have a pleasant aroma.
Fruit Description
Fruit is a black drupe with 1-3 seeds.
Propagation
Propagate by division or through hardwood cuttings.
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