Viburnum Tinus Spirit
£20.00
notes
Viburnum Tinus Spirit is a particularly desirable variety of the Laurustinus because it produces gently scented, pretty pink tinted flowers for half the year. These flowers then form into attractive black berries that are handsome against the rich, evergreen foliage that grows in a dense, bushy habit. It is a reliable and attractive shrub for the middle of a mixed border.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2/3L
- Height and Spread: 200cm (6ft6in) x 200cm (6ft6in) after 5-10 years
Features
notes
Viburnum Tinus Spirit is a particularly desirable variety of the Laurustinus because it produces gently scented, pretty pink tinted flowers for half the year. These flowers then form into attractive black berries that are handsome against the rich, evergreen foliage that grows in a dense, bushy habit. It is a reliable and attractive shrub for the middle of a mixed border.
Insights
The bushy nature of many viburnum species means that they are extremely popular with native birds for nesting. This variety goes by another name: Viburnum Avi. The long-lived blooms also last well if used in arrangements.
Details
Flowers: November until May
Planting
- Moist, well drained soil
- Full sun, partial shade, shade
- All aspects
- Hardy
- Evergreen
- Cutting garden
Care
This compact shrub needs little attention, no pruning other than to remove dead, damaged or diseased branches
Scent
Sweetly scented flowers
Glossary
The Summer Garden
