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Viburnum 'tinus' / 2L
Viburnum tinus
Confirmed format: 2 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Reliable evergreen shrub
- Fragrant white flowers opening from pink buds
- Long-flowering and winter interest
- Valuable nectar source for bees and pollinators
- Suitable for screening and coastal gardens
- Easy to grow and maintain
Overview
Viburnum tinus is a dependable, easy-to-grow evergreen shrub valued for bringing structure and vibrant colour to the garden when many other plants are dormant. Featuring glossy dark green foliage and an upright, rounded, bushy habit, it produces deep pink flower buds that open gradually into fragrant white blooms. Flowering over a long period from autumn into spring, it offers fantastic winter interest and serves as an excellent choice for screening, borders, and feature patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Provides reliable evergreen structure and year-round interest.
- Brings months of colour with fragrant flowers from autumn into spring.
- Flowers provide a valuable source of nectar for bees and pollinating insects.
- Well suited for screening, hedging, and coastal gardens.
- Easy to grow with moderate watering needs once established.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Viburnum tinus |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | White, pink, multicolour |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, bushy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 150 cm |
| Mature Spread | 150 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H4 (down to -5°C) |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Grow in well-drained soil. |
| Watering | Water with moderate frequency; additional watering is generally only needed during extended dry spells once established. |
Perfect For
- Screening
- Container planting
- Wildlife gardens
- Coastal gardens
- Hedging
Good to Know
- Tolerant of coastal winds and maritime air.
- Offers fantastic winter interest and long-lasting seasonal colour.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 2 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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