Skimmia japonica - 'Humpty Dumpty'

Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Evergreen, Ground cover, Flowering
Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush, Architectural Form
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours White Flowers (Spring), Green Foliage
Care Low/Easy Maintenance - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very Hardy
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Skimmia japonica cultivation notes: Preferring a well drained neutral to acidic soil, Skimmia flourishes in partial shade. Prune to shape after flowering.

Plant Strengths: Scented blossom; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Provides valuable winter interest; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Fruit / berry producing; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils; Suitable for planting in full shade.


Common Missspellings: Skimia, Skymia, Scimia, Scimmia, Skimmier, Skimmea
Skimmia japonica - 'Humpty Dumpty'
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