Skimmia japonica [Female]

Also Known As

Skimmia japonica 'female'
Japanese Skimmia
SKIMMIA

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 5'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Skimmia japonica [Female] plant details

Skimmia japonica [Female] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Skimmia japonica [Female]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 IN - 5 FT - wide, 0 IN - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Skimmia japonica [Female]

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Glossy leaves (scented of bay when crushed) form low neat mounds to 3'; small but very fragrant white flowers are a treat in spring and followed, on female plants, by bright red berries (poisonous) in fall. PSh-Sh/M