Laurustinus
Viburnum tinus
Also known as
Common Laurustinus, Tinus
Viburnum tinus by Retama (CC-BY-SA-3.0)
Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Half-hardy
H7-H3
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
---|---|---|
4m | Max | 4m |
2.5m | Min | 2.5m |
10 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a strong fragrance


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Laurustinus Overview
Viburnum tinus is big, reliable shrub species from the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa. It flowers from late winter to early spring with delicate pink buds opening to white/pale pink flowers. Flowers lead onto showy metal-like blue-black berry fruits, these are especially popular with smaller birds such as robins and finches. Evergreen foliage can then provide a lovely backdrop for summer displays. Tolerant of most soil types, its dense rounded crown can act as a hedge but it prefers sheltered positions. Tinctures made from the leaves have been used in herbal medicine as a remedy for depression. The plant contains tannins that can cause stomach upset but the fruit has been used as a purgative against constipation. This species is part of the Royal Horticultural Society “Plants for Pollinators” initiative to showcase plants which support pollinator populations by providing ample amounts of nectar and/ or pollen. A great choice for encouraging pollinating insect wildlife into your garden!
Common problems with Laurustinus
How to harvest Laurustinus
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Laurustinus
Cuttings
Take semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
Special features of Laurustinus
Winter colour
Flowers appear in late winter/early spring.
Attracts birds
Attractive flowers
Attracts useful insects
Attracts butterflies
Attracts bees
Hedge plant
Other uses of Laurustinus
A low maintenance plant that can be used as hedges & screens as well as in borders of informal cottage gardens or urban city/courtyard gardens.
Medicinal
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