Skimmia Ruby King Popular as a potted plant or for shrub beds, Skimmia are slow growing robust plants. Skimmia japonica subsp. reevesiana 'Ruby King' is a dwarf, compact evergreen with narrow, tapering leaves often with pale edges and masses of ruby red flower buds. Site: Needs some shelterPosition: Full sun to shadeSoil: Well drained, moist, Seasons of interest: Spring flowersHardiness: HardyHeight: 3ft (1m) Spread: 3ft (3m)