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Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full shade, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front, middle

Soil

Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Skimmia japonica 'Rubella' is a compact male skimmia, with reddish, deep green leaves. Dark red flower buds form in autumn and throughout winter until the flowers open in spring. It's ideal for growing in an autumn or winter container display or using to fill gaps in the border.

For best results grow Skimmia japonica 'Rubella' in moist but well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Trim plants after flowering and mulch annually with well-rotted manure or compost.

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Skimmia ‘Rubella’ and wildlife

Skimmia ‘Rubella’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Skimmia ‘Rubella’ poisonous?

Skimmia ‘Rubella’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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