Skimmia japonica 'Rubella', 7.5L (male)
£50.00
notes
Skimmia 'Rubella' is an attractive, evergreen shrub that produces an abundance of burgundy-red flower buds in autumn, which remain like tiny clusters of berries throughout the winter and open as fragrant, small white flowers in spring. The shapely leaves of the evergreen foliage provide a glossy, dark foil. This large size should bear more than 50 flowers.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 7.5L (26cm)
- Height and Spread: 100-150cm (3-5 ft) x 50-100cm (20in-3ft) after 5-10 years
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Features
notes
Skimmia 'Rubella' is an attractive, evergreen shrub that produces an abundance of burgundy-red flower buds in autumn, which remain like tiny clusters of berries throughout the winter and open as fragrant, small white flowers in spring. The shapely leaves of the evergreen foliage provide a glossy, dark foil. This large size should bear more than 50 flowers.
INSIGHTS
Skimmia originated in the Himalayas and Asia. Buds of the male plant, resembling tiny red berries, appear in September and remain closed on the plant all winter, in spring they open into cream flowers.
DETAILS
- Flowers: April - May
- Hardy
- Evergreen
- A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence.
PLANTING
- Lime free, fertile, moist soil (neutral to acidic)
- North, West or East aspect
- Partial sunlight or shade (avoid full sunlight in order to retain green leaves)
CARE
Apply mulch in spring. Do not allow Skimmias in containers to dry out. No pruning required.
SCENT
Sweet scented flowers. Foliage is aromatic.
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