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Regardless of the type of Skimmie - they all have their origins in mountain forests. It's mostly shady there. But does this plant really like that or what demands does it have on the location?
The Skimmie prefers the shade
Bright but no direct sun
Skimmia grows best in a light and semi-shady place, for example under conifers or in a shady bed. In the deep shade they form fewer flowers and bright red fruits. In direct sunlight, their leaves curl up and turn yellow.
In order to keep subsequent care as low as possible, a well-suited soil should be chosen when planting. The following properties of the earth have a positive effect on the skimmie:
- lime free
- acidic to neutral
- well drained
- humorous
- enriched with compost
tips
Since the skimmia has similar location requirements as rhododendrons, these two plants can easily be planted next to each other.