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