skimmia
Skimmia japonica '(Male)'
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 '(Male)') is a shrub for borders, shade gardens, 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. It grows slowly into a dense, evergreen mound. Fragrant flowers open in early to late spring and attract birds. Deer tend to pass it by.
Pairs well with Lenten rose, Azalea, and Mondo grass.