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Skimmia japonica 'Kew Green'

Japanese skimmia

£29.99
£29.99

3 litre pot

Brighten shaded corners with the fresh spring flowers and glossy evergreen foliage of this compact skimmia.
  • Evergreen structure
  • Shade tolerant
  • Lightly fragrant flowers
  • Low maintenance
  • Ideal for containers

  • Aspect

    partial shade to full shade

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy in most UK gardens, especially in sheltered positions.

  • Flowers

    March - May

  • Soil type

    Loam, clay, sandy soil

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  • Why we like this plant

    Skimmia japonica 'Kew Green' is perfect for bringing reliable evergreen structure and subtle spring colour to shaded areas where many flowering plants struggle. Its tidy habit and glossy foliage make it an easy and elegant choice for modern and traditional gardens alike.

  • About this plant

    A compact evergreen shrub grown for its glossy dark green foliage and clusters of fresh green spring flowers that brighten shaded gardens and containers.

  • Key features

    • Fresh green scented flowers in spring
    • Dense evergreen foliage for year-round interest
    • Compact habit suited to smaller spaces
    • Thrives in shade and sheltered gardens
    • Excellent for pots and woodland planting

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 80–120cm | Spread: 80–120cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Compact rounded shrub

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Shaded border, woodland edge, patio container

Planting guide

Plant in moist but well-drained acidic to neutral soil in partial shade or shade. Avoid exposed windy sites and improve heavy soils with organic matter before planting.

Care tips

Water during dry spells, especially for container plants. Feed with an ericaceous fertiliser in spring and remove damaged foliage as needed to keep plants tidy.

Winter care

Protect container-grown plants from prolonged freezing conditions and cold drying winds. Mulch around the base in autumn to help insulate roots and maintain soil moisture.