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Skimmia Japonica
Type
Shrub, Ground cover, Container-friendly, Evergreen
Size
Medium Border (50-100cm height)
Form
Rounded - Bush
Colours
Medium green Foliage, Dark pink Flowers (Winter)
Care
Low/easy maintenance
Hardiness
Very hardy
Growth
Medium growing
This medium sized evergreen shrub provides ideal low maintenance evergreen ground cover. Attractive red edged foliage is accompanied by masses of heavily scented red blossom in spring. Ideal for coastal conditions and shaded areas. Up to 5m x 5m
Cultivation tips:
Preferring a well drained neutral to acidic soil, Skimmia flourishes in partial shade. Prune to shape after flowering.
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