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Japanese Skimmia

Skimmia Japonica

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Overview

The Japanese Skimmia, Skimmia japonica, is an evergreen shrub characterized by dark green, glossy leaves and fragrant clusters of white blossoms. Ideal in partial to full shade, it reaches 4 to 6 ft in height and width. Red berries adorn female plants if males are present. Hardy in zones 6-8, it requires well-drained, acidic soil. Low maintenance and deer resistant, this plant excels in woodland gardens and shaded borders.

Sun Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 5–5Type Broadleaf Evergreen, ShrubClimate Temperate
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — Low maintenance and deer resistant, this plant excels in woodland gardens and shaded borders

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
5–5

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Climate
Temperate

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Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — This floral display not only adds a visual charm but also attracts a variety of pollinators
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — Hardy in zones 6-8, it requires well-drained, acidic soil; low maintenance and deer resistant, this plant excels in
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — For optimal health and appearance, it should be sheltered from harsh, drying winds and the hot afternoon sun
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — this species produces tight clusters of reddish-bud flowers
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — For optimal health and appearance, it should be sheltered from harsh, drying winds and the hot afternoon sun; moderately
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — if a male is present for pollination; broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade, image 71
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — this species produces tight clusters of reddish-bud flowers; white flowers in the garden, image 67
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — Red berries adorn female plants if males are present; broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — if a male is present for pollination
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — Red berries adorn female plants if males are present
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — Hardy in zones 6-8, it requires well-drained, acidic soil
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — glossy leaves and fragrant clusters of white blossoms; skimmia japonica exhibits a dense, image 54
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — aromatic fragrance.<br><br>In late winter to early spring; emitting a sweet and subtle perfume, image 66
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — which open to white or pale pink blossoms; hardy in zones 6-8, it requires well-drained, acidic soil
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — glossy leaves and fragrant clusters of white blossoms; skimmia japonica exhibits a dense
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — which open to white or pale pink blossoms; hardy in zones 6-8, it requires well-drained, acidic soil, image 68
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — typically measuring 2 to 4 inches long; although it grows at a relatively slow rate.<br><br>Esteemed for its, image 65
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — moderately fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade; routine maintenance includes removing any dead or damaged branches and
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — white flowers in the garden; and can reach a mature size of about 4 to 6 feet in both height and spread
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — and can reach a mature size of about 4 to 6 feet in both height and spread
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — Skimmia japonica exhibits a dense
Japanese Skimmia (Skimmia Japonica) — Skimmia japonica exhibits a dense; for optimal health and appearance, it should be sheltered from harsh, image 63
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