Skimmia japonica ‘White Dwarf’

Plant Description:

Skimmia japonica ‘White Dwarf’ is a beautifully compact evergreen shrub, perfect for small gardens, pots, or shaded borders. With its tidy, rounded habit and lush green foliage, this variety truly shines in late winter to spring when it produces clusters of fragrant white flowers.

Key Features & Growing Conditions

Ultimate Height and Spread: 50-100cm x 50-100cm

Position: Full Shade - Partial Shade

Soil: Moist but well drained

Seasonal Interest
Autumn & Winter: The plant is adorned with clusters of creamy-white buds, which hold their colour and provide a beautiful contrast against the deep green, glossy foliage throughout the colder months.

Spring: The winter buds open into an abundance of small, star-shaped, pure white flowers. These blooms release a sweet, delicate fragrance that attracts early-season pollinators, contributing to a vibrant garden ecosystem.


Year-Round: The dense, leathery, dark green foliage provides an attractive, evergreen backdrop, ensuring the plant remains a standout feature in the garden all year.