Viburnum tinus – Winter Flowering Evergreen Shrub | Stoneybrook Nursery

Viburnum tinus – Classic Evergreen for Year-Round Structure

A robust, evergreen shrub prized for its profuse display of fragrant white flowers from late winter through to spring. Dense, glossy dark green foliage provides excellent structure year-round, making it ideal for formal or informal hedging, screening, and mixed borders.

Key Features

• Fragrant white flowers from November to April
• Dense, glossy evergreen foliage
• Metallic blue-black berries follow flowers
• Excellent for hedging and screening
• Attracts pollinators and wildlife

Growing Conditions

Position & Soil

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers moist, well-drained soil but tolerates a wide range of conditions including clay, chalk, and coastal exposure.

Height & Spread

Mature height: 2-3m (6.5-10ft). Spread: 2-3m (6.5-10ft). Can be maintained at smaller sizes with regular clipping.

Care & Maintenance

Pruning

Minimal pruning required for informal plantings. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Can be clipped regularly for formal hedging.

Hardiness

Fully hardy (RHS H5). Suitable for most UK gardens, tolerates temperatures down to -15°C and coastal conditions.