Cottagekaren's Garden
Skimmia japonica 'Red Riding Hood'
Genus: Skimmia.
Species: Skimmia japonica.
Skimmia japonica 'Red Riding Hood' is a dwarf shrub with glossy dark green leaves and clusters of pink buds in winter that open in spring to reveal scented white flowers. If planted near a male Skimmia such as 'Fragrans', the flowers of Skimmia 'Red Riding Hood' will develop into bright red berries. Excellent evergreen structure for shady gardens
