Sarcococca ruscifolia ~ Fragrant Sweetbox privacy-screen Cast Iron Plant is a

Cast Iron Plant is a hardy slow-growing evergreen perennial that can tolerate a variety of conditions

Overly moist soils can lead to root rot

Catmint

Foliage may go dormant in summer if planted in sun or soils dry

The weeping form adds an elegant and eye-catching element to landscapes

Sarcococca ruscifolia ~ Fragrant Sweetbox privacy-screen Cast Iron Plant is aFragrant Sweetbox is a shade loving evergreen shrub that forms a dense mound with shiny rich green foliage. Highly fragrant creamy white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by small glossy red berries that ripen to black and can last through winter. Does best in part sun and rich well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Shrub Height: 3' 4' Spread: 3 4' Spacing: 3. 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom