Japanese Skimmia (Male)
Skimmia japonica (Male)
SKU
7106
Handsome evergreen shrub forms a many-branched, dome-shaped mound. Rich green leaves back large clusters of very fragrant flowers. This form acts as a pollenizer to the female forms. Partial to full shade. Slow growing to 2 to 5 ft. high, 3 to 6 ft. wide. Cutting grown.
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7 - 9 Change
Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | SKIM-i-a juh-PON-ih-kuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slow growing; reaches 2 to 5 ft. tall, 3 to 6 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Design Ideas | The male skimmia is mostly used to make sure the female sets fruit, but the male plant is a fine shrub by itself with showy, fragrant flower clusters. As with the female, keep out of the sun and provide adequate moisture year-round. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden, Accent, Hillside, Wildlife Garden, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Pollenizer, Shade Loving, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Key Feature | Handsome Accent Plant |
Grows easily in organically rich, moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
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