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skimmia [Obsession]

Skimmia japonica Obsession ('Obsbolwi'^PBR) (m/f)

Pollinator FriendlyLow MaintenanceFragrant

Genus: Skimmia
Family: Rutaceae

About this plant

A self-fertile evergreen shrub bearing panicles of small white fragrant flowers in spring. These are followed by glossy red berries which last throughout winter.

Growing Information

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full ShadePartial Shade

Soil

ChalkLoam

AcidNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly Drained

Aspect

South FacingEast FacingNorth Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

This evergreen shrub is ideal for growing in containers or mixed borders and does best when grown in full or part shade in moist but free draining soil.

Pruning

No pruning required as these are fairly compact neat shrubs. Can lightly prune in spring if needed.

Propagation

Propagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.

Pests

Generally pest-free.

Diseases

Generally disease-free. Yellowing leaves may indicate need for more shade or soil nutrition.

Garden Uses

Uses

Ground CoverCottage InformalPatio ContainerBanks Slopes

Planting Places

OutdoorConservatory

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years