A small dense evergreen shrub with aromatic dark green leaves. Fragrant greenish yellow flowers in spring. Max Height 1m to 3m. Max Spread 1m to 3m. Flowers April to May. Shaded site. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Skimmia laureola
A small dense evergreen shrub with aromatic dark green leaves. Fragrant greenish yellow flowers in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Skimmia |
|---|---|
| Species | laureola |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green, yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1m, 3m |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Spread | 1m, 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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