SKIMMIA japonica 'Magic Marlot'

Cream and green variegated leaves. White flowers opening from/pink/red buds.
  • Evergreen
    Cream-margined, silvery green leaves
  • Height
    30cm (12in)
  • Spread
    45cm (18in)
  • Dwarf shrub
    Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
    Compact shrub. Clusters of cream flower buds appear in winter changing to red before opening in spring
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade

SKIMMIA japonica 'Magic Marlot'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Male. No berries but scented flowers. Attractive to insects, butterflies.
    Pests & Diseases
    Scale insects
    Place of origin
    Garden origin
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a mixed border
    Coastal / windswept
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Obovate
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.

  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile
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30cm (12in)
Dwarf Shrub - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
  45cm (18in)
 

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