Viburnum tinus ‘Eve Price’
Viburnum tinus ‘Eve Price’ is a popular evergreen shrub known for its glossy dark green foliage and abundant clusters of fragrant pinkish-white flowers. Blooming from late winter to early spring, it attracts bees and butterflies, while its small metallic-blue berries persist into winter, appealing to birds.
With a compact, rounded growth habit reaching around 2.5 metres in height and spread, it is a wonderfully versatile for specimen planting, mixed borders, or low hedges.
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Plant Biography
Viburnum tinus, formerly known as V. laurustinus, originates from the Mediterranean region and was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753. “Viburnum” is derived from Latin, indicating a shrub, while “tinus” may relate to its insect-repelling properties.
This evergreen shrub, prized for its ornamental features, has been cultivated for centuries due to its attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and colourful berries. It also holds historical significance and has been used in traditional medicine for various ailments. Today, Viburnum tinus remains popular worldwide in gardens and landscapes, appreciated for its beauty, versatility, and ongoing botanical research.
Care & Size Guidance
Viburnum tinus ‘Eve Price’ thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during dry spells aids its growth, especially in the first year.
Pruning after flowering helps maintain its compact, rounded form, which typically reaches around 2.5 metres in both height and spread. This versatile shrub serves well as a specimen plant, in mixed borders.
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