Skimmia japonica
Japanese Skimmia
Description
Compact, slow grower with glossy rich green leaves. Pinkish-reddish buds held above the leaves, becoming white blooms, slightly scented. Female plants bear holly-like red berries in the fall & winter, if a male plant is present.
Plant Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Winter, Fall
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium, High
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Foundation
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.