Skimmia Japonica Rubella 5 Litre Pot

Skimmia japonica ‘Rubella’

Compact, evergreen, and highly decorative, Skimmia japonica ‘Rubella’ is perfect for shade-loving gardens. Its glossy dark green foliage provides year-round structure, while spring brings pale pink flower buds that open to creamy-white blooms, offering subtle fragrance and attracting pollinators.

Female plants produce bright red berries in autumn and winter when paired with a male pollinator, adding seasonal interest and colour. Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, or containers, ‘Rubella’ is hardy, low-maintenance, and perfect for bringing evergreen structure and seasonal charm to shaded areas.

Growing conditions:

• Position: Partial to full shade

• Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil

• Aspect: Hardy across the UK; prefers sheltered locations

• Care: Mulch annually, water in dry spells, and lightly trim after flowering if required

Key features:

• Compact, rounded evergreen shrub

• Pale pink buds opening to creamy-white fragrant flowers in spring

• Female plants produce bright red berries in autumn/winter (with male nearby)

• Suitable for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or containers

• Height & Spread: 0.8–1m