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  • SKIMMIA japonica 'Redruth'
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    SKIMMIA japonica 'Redruth'

    (A.M. Form) - hermaphrodite, free berrying
     
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Attractive to insects, butterflies. Male and female flowers though better fruiting with a male
    • Pests & Diseases
      Scale insects.
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin
    • Evergreen
    • White
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
    • Coastal / windswept
    • Cottage garden
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Town garden
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Elliptic
    • Obovate
    • Height
      2m (6½ft)
    • Spread
      2m (6½ft)
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Dense, dome-shaped shrub with larger leaves and berries than the species. Produces small white flowers, 6mm (¼in) across, from red buds, in dense panicles to 8cm (3in) long followed by red fruit.
    • Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Scented flowers
    • Scented foliage
      Slightly aromatic
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Moderately fertile
    • Partial shade
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      2m (6½ft)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        2m (6½ft)
       
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