skimmia
Skimmia japonica '(Female)'
USDA zones7 to 8
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Skimmia (Skimmia japonica '(Female)') is a shrub for shade gardens, borders, foundation plantings, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist soil. This slow-growing evergreen has a dense habit, and its fragrant flowers open in early to late spring and attract birds. Deer tend to browse other plants first. Give it a spot where it can fill in at its own pace.
Pairs well with Lenten rose, Azalea, and Mondo grass.