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Skimmia japonica Male
A stiff dense mound forming shrub. Obovate green broad leaves. Large clusters of abundant small sweetly scented white flowers in spring and summer. This is a male form so will help a female form produce more berries if planted near this plant. They grow best in partial shade on well drained but good soil, with adequate moisture. Not as many flowers result if planted in heavy shade. Hardy to cold.
Genus
Skimmia
Species
japonica
Cultivar
Male
Common name
Skimmia
Family name
Rutaceae
Place of origin
China
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Avoid dry soils / Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Prefers a semi-shaded site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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