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Skimmia japonica 'Red Dwarf'
'Red Dwarf' is a compact, well‑branched cultivar noted for its vivid deep red buds and smaller stature — excellent where a bold winter bud colour is needed in a small space. It provides fragrant spring flowers and, where pollinated, bright red berries in autumn.
Key Features:
- Compact dwarf habit with striking deep red winter buds.
- Fragrant flowers in spring; potential for red berries on female forms.
- Ideal for small gardens and container displays.
Care Tips:
- Position: Partial to full shade; avoid drying exposure.
- Soil: Moist, well‑drained, humus‑rich soil.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Shade
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Moist
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