Viburnum tinus

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Laurestinus Viburnum

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This evergreen shrub will grow 6'-12' tall and has leathery green leaves with clusters of pink buds that bloom into white, fragrant flowers in spring. Blue black berries appear after flowering. It prefers full to part sun with medium watering, more in hot summer months.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black, Blue

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Clay, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Container, Hedge, Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.