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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