Evergreen shrubs that give year-round interest to shady borders. Skimmia are also lovely in containers, providing autumn colour. The fragrant spring flowers are followed by showy, lasting red or white berries on female plants which are a real bonus. They are also seldom damaged by deer or rabbits.
Small, starter plants will give substance to winter window boxes and hanging baskets.
Did you know?
Only female skimmias have berries and they need a male form growing nearby for pollination in order to produce them.
Growing & Care
- Grow skimmias in borders or pots.
- Plant in soil that’s water retentive and rich in organic matter.
- Mulch border plants annually
- Water regularly, especially those in pots.
