Skimmia japonica Kew White - female

Popular as a potted plant or for shrub beds, Skimmia are slow growing robust plants all with autumn berries. Kew White is a dome-shaped female clone with leathery, glossy dark green leaves. White-green winter buds open to very scented white flowers in spring, followed by clusters of red berries if pollinated by a male variety.

Site: Needs some shelter
Position: Full sun to shade
Soil: Well drained, moist,
Seasons of interest: Spring flowers, Autumn and winter berries,
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 3ft (1m) Spread: 3ft (1m)