Skimmia Japonica Fragrant Cloud 5 Litre Pot

Skimmia japonica ‘Fragrant Cloud’

Compact, evergreen, and highly decorative, Skimmia japonica ‘Fragrant Cloud’ is a charming shrub ideal for shade-loving gardens. Its glossy dark green foliage provides year-round structure, while spring brings an abundance of highly fragrant creamy-white flower clusters, attracting pollinators and filling the garden with subtle scent.

Female plants produce bright red berries in autumn and winter when paired with a male pollinator, adding seasonal colour and interest. Perfect for borders, woodland gardens, or containers, this Skimmia thrives in shaded or semi-shaded positions, bringing structure and fragrance throughout the year.

Growing conditions:

• Position: Partial to full shade

• Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil

• Aspect: Hardy across the UK; prefers sheltered locations

• Care: Mulch annually, water in dry spells, and trim lightly after flowering if needed

Key features:

• Compact, rounded evergreen shrub

• Highly fragrant creamy-white flowers in spring

• Bright red berries on female plants in autumn/winter (with male nearby)

• Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or containers

• Height & Spread: 0.8–1m

Skimmia Japonica Fragrant Cloud 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy White Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.