If you think Sarcococca hookerana‘Humilis’ is a mouthful, try this plant’s common name instead: “Himalayan Sweet Box.” Technically a shrub, Himalayan sweet box is a broadleaf evergreen in the boxwood family. It spreads gradually into a woody-stemmed groundcover. It sports tiny, fragrant white flowers in early spring, which eventually develop into shiny black fruits. They’re not edible for humans, but birds appreciate them.

Sarcococca hookerana‘Humilis’ thrives in part to full shade with consistently moist, well-drained, acidic soil; though, it will tolerate dry shade. It will tolerate more sun with adequate moisture, but the leaves tend to lose their luster. Himalayan sweet box can be pruned back in spring after it’s finished blooming to maintain its shape. It is evergreen and deer-resistant.