Sarcococca hookeriana 'Purple Stem' Shrub
Sarcococca hookeriana 'Purple Stem' Shrub
Sweet Box

Sarcococca hookeriana 'Purple Stem' Shrub
Sweet Box


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Description
Sarcococca hookeriana 'Purple Stem' also known as 'sweet box 'Purple Stem' is a compact evergreen shrub that typically reaches a height of 1 metre and a spread of 1.5 metres. It is named for its distinctive purple stems, which bear narrow, dark green leaves. In spring, 'Purple Stem' produces small, unique red and white flowers that add seasonal interest. These are followed by shiny black berries in autumn, which provide further visual appeal and attract wildlife to the garden. This shrub thrives in moist but well-drained soils and prefers a shaded position, flourishing in either full shade or partial shade.
Small shrubs (1-3) | Young trees & 4+ small shrubs | Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) | All other mature trees (any quantity) | |
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Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands | £10 | £12 | £35 | from £55 |
Scottish Highlands & the Islands | From £30 | |||
Outside Mainland UK | Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK |
Product Details
Key features





Description
Sarcococca hookeriana 'Purple Stem' also known as 'sweet box 'Purple Stem' is a compact evergreen shrub that typically reaches a height of 1 metre and a spread of 1.5 metres. It is named for its...
Sarcococca hookeriana 'Purple Stem' also known as 'sweet box 'Purple Stem' is a compact evergreen shrub that typically reaches a height of 1 metre and a spread of 1.5 metres. It is named for its distinctive purple stems, which bear narrow, dark green leaves. In spring, 'Purple Stem' produces small, unique red and white flowers that add seasonal interest. These are followed by shiny black berries in autumn, which provide further visual appeal and attract wildlife to the garden. This shrub thrives in moist but well-drained soils and prefers a shaded position, flourishing in either full shade or partial shade.
Planting & Care
Delivery Information
Small shrubs (1-3) | Young trees & 4+ small shrubs | Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) | All other mature trees (any quantity) | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands | £10 | £12 | £35 | from £55 |
Scottish Highlands & the Islands | From £30 | |||
Outside Mainland UK | Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK |
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