Sarcococca hookeriana 'Ghorepani' (Ghorepani Christmas Box)
Botanical Information
Family | Buxaceae |
Genus | Sarcococca |
Species | hookeriana |
Cultivar | 'Ghorepani' |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
Origin | Discovered in Nepal by Christopher Grey-Wilson. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 7b - 8a |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 7 |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -18 - (-12) |
Temperature (°F) | 0 - 10 |
Height | 1 m |
Spread | 1 m |
Flowering Period | January, February, December |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | Compact evergreen shrub with scented flowers that appear in winter. |
Shape | Compact, upright habit. |
Propagation | Propagate by division or through hardwood cuttings. |
Cultivation | Grow in partial or full shade in a rich soil. Tolerant of drought. |
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. |
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