Skimmia an autumn flower with colourful surprises
In November, as the days grow shorter and nature turns to autumn colours, the Skimmia shines as flower of the month. This beautiful autumn flower brings not only colour, but also structure and depth to autumn and winter flower arrangements. With its deep green leaves and buds that range from bright red to subtle white, the Skimmia provides an atmospheric and elegant look, ideal for creating warm, seasonal arrangements. In this blog, we dive deeper into the world of Skimmia and share the many uses of this versatile flower.
Cultivation and growth of Skimmia
Skimmia is a hardy plant that adapts effortlessly to the colder days of the year. During autumn, the plant develops sturdy flower buds that, depending on the variety, have a deep red or beautiful white colour. These buds remain closed until spring, when the spring sun opens them and the Skimmia blooms with beautiful white and pink flowers. This slow flowering habit makes the Skimmia attractive to gardeners and florists, as the plant shows its colour early in the season without flowering immediately. The leaves, deep dark green and glossy, contrast beautifully with the buds and give the plant a luxurious look. Due to its high ornamental value, Skimmia is popular as a garden and patio plant.
Skimmia in autumn and winter arrangements
With its full, robust stems, Skimmia is a popular choice for autumn and winter bouquets. The red and white flower buds add striking colour and texture to any composition, while the sturdy branches give arrangements a natural, voluminous base. The Skimmia also resists cold well, making it long-lasting in outdoor arrangements. In Christmas arrangements, the Skimmia often steals the show with its deep red or bright white colour, which combines beautifully with traditional Christmas decorations. The branches can easily be inserted into various floral arrangements, and their sturdy structure keeps them firmly in place.
Dyed Skimmia for a unique look
A special trend in winter flower arrangements is the dyed Skimmia. VIP Roses, a renowned supplier, releases a collection of Skimmia stems treated with a metallic paint in warm colours every year, especially for the holidays. Think copper, bronze, gold and silver. These metallic accents give the Skimmia a modern twist, while the paint does not rub off and is safe to combine with other flowers in an arrangement. This gives a floral arrangement a unique, luxurious look that is perfect for the holidays.
View the product range
To inspire our customers with the different colour options and applications, we at Florca have created a handy flyer showing all available colours of Viproses dyed Skimmia. Hang this flyer in your shop to help customers discover the versatility and beauty of the Skimmia to choose the perfect arrangement for autumn and the holidays.
