Skimmia japonica O’Berries Red – decorative shrub with intense red berries

Skimmia japonica O’Berries Red is a striking variety of skimmia, valued for its dark green, evergreen foliage and the abundance of bright red berries, highly decorative during the cold season. It is an ideal plant for shaded or semi-shaded gardens, sheltered terraces, and winter decorative arrangements, bringing color and structure when most plants go dormant.

Botanical characteristics

• Full name: Skimmia japonica O’Berries Red

• Family: Rutaceae

• Plant type: evergreen ornamental shrub

• Leaves: elliptical, glossy, dark green, with a healthy appearance throughout the year

• Fruits: red, spherical, very decorative, persistent through winter

• Form: compact, well-branched

Growing and care conditions

• Light: partial shade or shade; avoid strong direct sunlight

• Soil: slightly acidic, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• Watering: moderate; soil should be kept slightly moist, without excess water

• Temperature: withstands outdoor conditions well; cold tolerance down to about -20°C

• Use: shaded gardens, window boxes, decorative pots, combinations with other acid-loving plants

Decorative advantages

• Intense and long-lasting fruiting

• Evergreen plant, decorative in all seasons

• Ideal for autumn and winter decoration

• Low maintenance and good adaptability

Height including pot: approx. 25 cm

Ceramic pot not included in price.