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:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.