Key features
Final size3 x 3 metres in 20 years
FoliageDark green leaves year-round (evergreen)
FlowersLate winter to spring
PositionFull sun to part shade
Description
Viburnum tinus is an attractive evergreen shrub with plenty of seasonal interest. In late winter to spring, large clusters of white flowers, sometimes pink blushed, adorn the plant. They are popular with pollinating insects. In summer, the glossy, dark green leaves act as an excellent foil to other plants. In autumn and winter, pretty, dark blue-purple berries join the foliage.
Growing to 3×3 metres in 20 years, Viburnum tinus is a medium sized shrub. It grows happily in moist soil types with good drainage and full sun through to shade. An excellent feature-packed shrub.
AKA Laurustinus
Planting Steps
1Preparation
- Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
- Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
- Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
- To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.
2Planting
- Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
- Ensure the top of the plant’s compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
- Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
- Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.
3Last Steps
- Water generously around the base of the plant.
- If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.
Aftercare Advice
Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.
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