Skimmia Ruby King

Popular as a potted plant or for shrub beds, Skimmia are slow growing robust plants. Skimmia japonica subsp. reevesiana 'Ruby King' is a dwarf, compact evergreen with narrow, tapering leaves often with pale edges and masses of ruby red flower buds.

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