{"product_id":"skimmia-jap-rubella-10","title":"Skimmia japonica 'Rubella' - Japanese Skimmia","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis fantastic evergreen shrub is known for its vibrant, reddish flower buds in autumn and winter, followed by fragrant white flowers in spring. It thrives in shaded areas, providing year-round interest in your garden. Hardy and low-maintenance, it makes an ideal choice for borders and shaded spots, adding colour to your garden in the colder months.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkimmia japonica ‘Rubella’\u003c\/b\u003e is a compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub that offers year-round appeal. The striking red buds appear in autumn and persist into winter, creating a splash of colour before the flowers emerge in spring. Its dense foliage is dark green, providing a beautiful backdrop to its seasonal blooms. Known for its fragrance and attractiveness to pollinators, it’s perfect for adding some colour and texture to shaded garden areas or borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-sheets-root=\"1\" border=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"97\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"92\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"178\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Perennial\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flower: clustered flowers on taller stems\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvergreen Shrub, Compact, Fragrant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flowers June to August\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFlowers: Spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFoliage: Year-round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFlower Buds: Autumn to Winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSkimmia japonica\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Rubella’ (Japanese Skimmia, variety: Rubella)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eJapanese Skimmia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to Japan, Korea, and China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrune buds after flowering to maintain the plant’s compact shape and promote healthy growth. Remove dead or damaged stems as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAttracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies with its spring flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlace in partial to full shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens or areas with limited direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep the soil moist but well-drained. Water regularly, especially in dry periods, but avoid letting the plant sit in waterlogged soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers acidic, well-drained soil. It can tolerate slightly alkaline soil but thrives in slightly acidic conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to support healthy growth. Mulch in late autumn to protect the roots over the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes, non-toxic to pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSkimmia japonica ‘Rubella’\u003c\/i\u003e is an excellent choice for shady borders or as a foundation plant in garden beds. Its red buds and spring flowers will brighten up any area during the cooler months. Keep it well-watered in dry periods, and prune after flowering to keep it looking tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":54838145712509,"sku":"7850989162371","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"13cm","offer_id":54838145614205,"sku":"9850989162371","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/skimmia-japonica-rubella-japanese-skimmia-813120.jpg?v=1733120715","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/skimmia-jap-rubella-10","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}