Viburnum tinus
Laurestinus Viburnum
Description
This evergreen shrub will grow 5'-7' tall and wide. It has an upright yet rounded habit. It has glossy, dark green leaves. Small pink buds appear in late winter, opening to small, creamy white, fragrant flowers in early spring. After flowering period, blue-black berries appear in fall and winter. This shrub does best in full to part sun with fertile, well-draining, moist soil. New stems on plant are wine-red, making this plant attractive all year round. Use leaves and flowers for floral arrangements. Prune to desired shape.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.