Skimmia japonica Nymans - female

Popular as a potted plant or for shrub beds, Skimmia are slow growing robust plants with autumn berries. Nymans is a female clone of spreading, slow-growing habit. Narrow, leathery green leaves. Panicles of scented white flowers in spring are followed by clusters of red berries if pollinated by a male variety. Suitable for containers.

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: 6ft (1.8m)