How to grow Skimmia

Skimmia japonica

Prune lightly after flowering.

Likes light to medium shade. Deep shade causes lankiness.
Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil.

As Skimmia is very hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

The berries are not edible, and may cause an upset stomach when eaten.

These estimates for how long Skimmia takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

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Skimmia japonica came into cultivation in 1838.