Skimmia japonica Finchy
£15.00
notes
A bushy, evergreen shrub, Skimmia Finchy bears small green buds throughout the winter which open into beautiful, creamy white flowers come spring. These are wonderfully fragrant and attract pollinators. This is a variety of (flower bearing) male skimmia which will help nearby female skimmia produce berries.
Dimensions
- 2L
- Height and Spread: up to 100cm (3ft 3in) x W: 100cm (3ft 3in) in 5-10 years
Features
notes
A bushy, evergreen shrub, Skimmia Finchy bears small green buds throughout the winter which open into beautiful, creamy white flowers come spring. These are wonderfully fragrant and attract pollinators. This is a variety of (flower bearing) male skimmia which will help nearby female skimmia produce berries.
Insights
Its glossy green foliage and promise of flowers make a welcome contribution to the sparse winter garden, providing interest either in a border or a container. It grows best in full or part shade, just ensure you plant it somewhere you can fully appreciate its spring scent!
Details
- Flowers: March - April
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- West, East or North aspect
- Full shade or partial sunlight
- Sheltered
Care
Does not require pruning but can have a light trim after flowering if required.
Scent
Fragrant flowers
Glossary