Skimmia Japonica - Cultivation Notes
Preferring a well drained neutral to acidic soil, Skimmia flourishes in partial shade. Prune to shape after flowering.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Skimmia Japonica:
- Scented blossom
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening
- Suitable for container growing
- Fruit / berry producing
- Attractive form or foliage for all year interest
- Suitable for planting in full shade
Weaknesses of Skimmia Japonica
- Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
Design & Plant Use for Skimmia Japonica:
- Evergreen shrub suitable for planting in a shady location
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Common Missspellings: Skimia, Skymia, Scimia, Scimmia, Skimmier, Skimmea