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Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian'

Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian'

Confirmed Format: 5L Container

Plant Highlights: RHS Award of Garden Merit • Evergreen foliage • Deep pink buds and winter flowers • Wildlife friendly • Ideal for hedging and containers

Overview

Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian', commonly known as Laurustinus, is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub that provides welcome colour and structure through the colder months. Deep crimson-pink flower buds begin forming in autumn before opening into dense clusters of lightly scented, pink-tinged white flowers from October to April. As the flowers fade, they are often followed by striking metallic blue-black berries, extending its ornamental appeal and providing a valuable food source for garden birds.

With its glossy, dark green foliage and naturally rounded habit, 'Gwenllian' offers year-round interest in the garden. Awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit, it is a reliable choice for mixed shrub borders, evergreen screening, informal hedging or growing in large patio containers, where its long flowering season can be enjoyed close to the home.

Why We Love It

• Flowers from late autumn through spring, bringing colour when few shrubs are in bloom.

• Deep pink buds create interest before the flowers even begin to open.

• Dense evergreen foliage provides structure and screening throughout the year.

• Metallic blue-black berries add seasonal interest and help support garden wildlife.

• Easy to grow, adaptable and recognised with the RHS Award of Garden Merit for outstanding garden performance.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Plant in full sun or partial shade. It grows well in sheltered or reasonably exposed positions and adapts to a wide range of garden settings.

Watering

Water regularly during the first growing season while establishing. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant, although plants in containers should be checked more often during prolonged dry spells.

Soil

Thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. It performs well in clay, loam or sandy soils provided drainage is good. For container planting, use a quality shrub or multi-purpose compost.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Well suited to Irish gardens, this evergreen shrub provides reliable winter interest. Ensure good drainage, especially in heavier soils and containers, to prevent waterlogging during the colder months.

Routine Care

Requires very little maintenance. If shaping is needed, prune lightly in late spring after flowering to maintain its naturally compact habit. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering.

Perfect For

• Mixed shrub borders with year-round structure.

• Low informal hedging and evergreen screening.

• Large patio containers and courtyard gardens.

• Wildlife-friendly planting schemes.

• Gardens needing reliable winter and early spring colour.

Good to Know

Metallic blue-black berries develop after flowering when pollination has occurred, so the quantity of fruit may vary from year to year depending on growing conditions and pollinator activity.

Product Information

• Supplied in a 5L container.

• Supplied height: 25–30cm (approximately).