Skimmia japonica 'Marlot' 9cm

Skimmia ‘Marlot’ is a compact evergreen shrub that brings year-round colour and interest to the garden. Its glossy, dark green leaves form a neat, rounded shape, and from autumn through winter it is topped with eye-catching clusters of deep red buds. These open in spring to reveal fragrant white flowers, loved by pollinators. Perfect for smaller gardens, patios, or containers, ‘Marlot’ is one of the most popular dwarf Skimmias thanks to its tidy growth and long-lasting seasonal display. It pairs beautifully with other evergreens in borders or can be grown on its own in pots where its colourful buds and flowers can be enjoyed up close. Compact evergreen shrub with neat, rounded habit Glossy green foliage with red winter buds Fragrant white spring flowers Ideal for borders, patios, or containers Height and spread: 40–60cm over time Skimmia ‘Marlot’ thrives in partial to full shade and prefers neutral to acidic soil that is moist but well-drained. For container planting, use ericaceous compost. It’s low maintenance, reliable, and perfect for bringing colour and fragrance to shaded areas of the garden.