Skimmia japonica
Common Name: "Japanese skimmia"
Type: Evergreen shrub Family: Rutaceae Hardiness Zone: 7-8 Sunlight: Part shade to full shade Exposure: Sheltered or exposed Soil: Rich soil, do not like alkaline soil Moisture: Well-drained, moist Plant Height x Width: 4' x 4' Leaf: Ovate, evergreen leaf Flower: Fragrant, white flowers open from red buds, dioecious Bloom Time: Early spring Bloom Size: Small Maintenance: Minimal pruning required Landscape use: Provides structure in shady places Pest and Disease: Prone to spider mites in dry locations Native Range: Japan, China, Southeast Asia Planting Instructions: May become chlorotic in full sun Propagation: Cuttings in late summer |