Viburnum tinus 'Spirit'

About this product

Viburnum tinus

24 Litre Pot – Stem Form, approximately 100cm

Plant Highlights: Evergreen foliage • Winter and spring flowers • Trained stem form • Year-round garden structure

Overview

Viburnum tinus is a dependable evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage, rounded habit and clusters of pink buds that open into pale flowers through the cooler months. Supplied as a trained stem form, it brings the same seasonal interest in a more formal shape, making it useful as a feature plant beside entrances, on patios or within structured planting schemes.

Flowering from winter into spring, this viburnum provides colour when many garden plants are dormant. The evergreen canopy keeps its presence throughout the year, while the elevated stem form creates height and a clear framework that works particularly well in containers or as a focal point in borders.

Why We Love It

• Evergreen foliage provides structure in every season
• Winter and early spring flowers extend garden interest
• Trained stem form creates a more formal display
• Suitable for large containers and sheltered planting areas
• Compact flowering feature for patios and entrances

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Choose a sunny or partially shaded position with some shelter from strong winds. A protected site helps maintain attractive evergreen foliage and supports good flowering, particularly in exposed Irish gardens.

Watering

Water regularly while establishing, then water during prolonged dry periods as needed. Container-grown plants require closer attention during warmer weather as compost can dry out more quickly than garden soil.

Soil

Plant in fertile soil that retains moisture while draining freely. Avoid areas where water remains around the roots during wet periods, as good winter drainage is important for evergreen shrubs.

Routine Care

The natural rounded shape can be maintained with light pruning after flowering if required. Avoid heavy trimming before flowering, as this may remove developing buds.

For stem-trained forms, remove any shoots that appear from below the trained canopy to maintain the clear stem structure.

Seasonal Interest

The combination of evergreen leaves and winter flowers makes Viburnum tinus particularly valuable for year-round planting schemes. The stem form adds extra structure, creating a more deliberate feature within a border or container display.

Good to Know

This product is supplied as a trained stem form. Continued light maintenance may be needed to preserve the clear stem and rounded canopy shape as the plant grows.

Product Information

• Supplied in a 24 litre pot.
• Supplied as a stem-trained plant.
• Supplied height approximately 100cm.