Skimmia Japonica Parbella | Japanese Skimmia - 70-80cm, 25lt

Skimmia ‘Parbella’ is a compact and versatile evergreen shrub highly valued in British gardens for its year-round appeal. Known for its dense, rounded growth habit, this plant is a superb choice for adding structure and colour to borders, containers, or small garden spaces.

The dark green, glossy leaves of Skimmia ‘Parbella’ provide a lush backdrop to its standout feature: the flowers. In spring, it produces an abundance of creamy-white, fragrant blooms that attract bees and other pollinators. Before these flowers emerge, the plant is often adorned with clusters of deep red flower buds throughout the winter, providing a splash of warm colour during the colder months. The contrast between the buds and the evergreen foliage ensures that ‘Parbella’ is as attractive in winter as it is in spring.

Skimmia ‘Parbella’ is particularly noted for its tolerance of partial to full shade, making it a favourite in gardens with limited sunlight. It thrives in well-drained, acidic to neutral soils and benefits from a position sheltered from cold, drying winds. This hardy shrub is low-maintenance, requiring little pruning beyond the removal of dead or damaged growth, which makes it ideal for gardeners seeking an easy-to-care-for addition to their outdoor space.

This compact variety rarely exceeds 1 metre in height and spread, making it a suitable choice for small gardens or urban patios. Whether planted as part of a mixed border or grown in a decorative pot, Skimmia ‘Parbella’ is sure to provide interest across the seasons. Its reliability, resilience, and ornamental value have made it a popular choice in UK gardens, where it adds understated elegance and a touch of colour to shady spots.