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SKIMMIA japonica 'Kew White'
Slow growing female form with creamy-white berries
£16.50 each
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Requires male form such as 'Rubella' for berries -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects -
Place of origin
Garden origin -
EvergreenDark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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White
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BorderSuitable for a shaded shrub border
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Oblanceolate
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Obovate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightSlow-growing, dome-shaped to erect shrub. Produces dense panicles of white flowers 6mm (¼in) across followed by white berries if pollinated
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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.
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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
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Scented foliageSlightly aromatic
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile.
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Full shade
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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