Skimmia 
Flora Frost Skimmia japonica 'Bronze Knight'
| Leaf arrangement | spreaded |
| Leaf tip | Pointed/acute |
| Flower type | Single |
| Leaf margin | Entire |
| Flower color | Red-dark brown purple-184A |
| Leaf, general shape | Elongate; Lanceolate |
| Flower diameter | 1 - 10 mm |
| Plant height | 40 - 50 cm |
| Inflorescence | Raceme |
| Leaf width | 3 - 4 cm |
| Leaf duration | Evergreen |
| Leaf size | 7,5 - 10 cm |
| Inflorescence length | 5 - 10 cm |
| Inflorescence diameter | 5 - 10 cm |
| Leaf, main color | Dark green |
| Flower color distribution | Unicolored |
Skimmia japonica 'Bronze Knight' is a stunning evergreen shrub with unique features that make it a popular choice for gardens. With its spreaded leaf arrangement and pointed leaf tips, this skimmia variety adds an interesting texture to any landscape.
The single flowers of Skimmia japonica 'Bronze Knight' are known for their rich red-dark brown-purple color, labeled as 184A on the color chart. These small flowers have a diameter ranging from 1 to 10 mm and are arranged in racemes, making them appear in clusters.
One of the standout features of this skimmia variety is its long and lanceolate leaves. The leaves have a dark green main color and can grow to a size of 7.5 to 10 cm in length and 3 to 4 cm in width. The entire leaf margin adds to its neat and clean appearance.
Skimmia japonica 'Bronze Knight' is a relatively compact shrub, reaching a height of about 40 to 50 cm. Its inflorescences, which are the flowering structures, have a length and diameter of 5 to 10 cm. These inflorescences are unicolored, consisting of flowers in the same red-dark brown-purple hue.
The 'Bronze Knight' variety of Skimmia japonica is a low-maintenance plant and is suitable for both small gardens and larger landscapes. Its evergreen leaves provide year-round interest and, during the flowering season, the clusters of red-dark brown-purple flowers add a burst of color to the surroundings.
This skimmia variety is a favorite among gardeners for its versatility. It can be grown as a specimen plant or used to create beautiful borders and hedges. Skimmia japonica 'Bronze Knight' thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, making it adaptable to various growing conditions.
In conclusion, Skimmia japonica 'Bronze Knight' is a striking evergreen shrub with spreaded leaf arrangement, lanceolate leaves, and racemes of single red-dark brown-purple flowers. Its compact size, low-maintenance nature, and colorful appearance make it a popular choice for adding interest to any garden or landscape.
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