willow-leaf sweet box · Soil

willow-leaf sweet box · Sarcococca saligna

Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in shade. Full sun may be tolerated when planted in damp soil. Also tolerant of atmospheric pollution, dry shade and neglect

Watering: Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spellsSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling