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.
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
Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.
Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.