Viburnum tinus Eve Price

Viburnum tinus Eve Price

Why Buy Me?

• Masses of white flowers with pink buds 
• Attractive
• Hardy shrub
• Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Light:
Full sun to partial shade. Performs best with 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Can tolerate shadier spots but may have reduced flowering in deep shade.

Soil:
Moist, well-drained soil. Prefers fertile, humus-rich soils but is adaptable to a wide range, including loam, sandy, and clay soils. Tolerates mildly acidic to alkaline pH.

Exposure:
Thrives in sheltered or moderately exposed sites. Hardy in USDA zones 7–10 (UK H4–H5). Offers good wind resistance, making it suitable for coastal gardens if protected from strong salt-laden winds.

Drought Tolerance:
Moderate. Once established, tolerates some dry spells, but performs best with consistent moisture. Mulching helps retain moisture in hot, dry climates.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time:
Best planted in early autumn or spring when soil temperatures are mild and moisture is adequate.

Spacing:
Space 90–120 cm (3–4 feet) apart. 'Eve Price' is a compact, dense shrub reaching 1.5–2 m (5–6.5 ft) in height and spread, making it ideal for smaller gardens and hedging.

Watering & Fertilization:
Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a robust root system. Water during prolonged dry periods. Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to support flowering and healthy foliage.

Mulching & Pruning:
Mulch annually in spring with organic compost or bark to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape and remove faded flower heads. Avoid hard pruning; light trimming encourages bushier growth.

Propagation:
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer. May also be layered or grown from seed, though cuttings ensure true-to-type plants.

Seasonal Interest

Spring:
Late winter to early spring brings dense clusters of pale pink buds that open into white to pale pink, starry flowers. Highly attractive and long-lasting display from January through April in mild regions.

Summer:
Glossy, dark evergreen foliage provides year-round interest and structure. Neat growth habit makes it a valuable evergreen backdrop for summer flowers.

Autumn:
Foliage remains evergreen. May produce metallic blue-black berries in autumn if both male and female plants are present, though 'Eve Price' is often grown for its flowers and compact form.

Winter:
One of the few shrubs to flower in winter. Buds begin forming in late autumn, offering colour through the darkest months. Evergreen foliage remains attractive and wind-resistant.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife:
Winter flowers provide a valuable nectar source for early-emerging bees and pollinators. If berries form, they may attract birds. Dense evergreen foliage offers year-round shelter for wildlife.

Garden Use:
Ideal for evergreen structure in borders, low hedging, or as a flowering specimen in small gardens and containers. Excellent in urban gardens, courtyards, and coastal areas. Often used in foundation plantings or for screening.

Companion Plants:
Pairs well with other winter-interest plants like Hellebores, Sarcococca, Mahonia, and evergreen ferns. Works nicely alongside spring bulbs such as Snowdrops or Crocus for a layered seasonal effect.

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