Viburnum Tinus 10L

Viburnum tinus ‘Compactum’ (Compact Laurustinus / Spring Bouquet)

Banish winter garden gloom with the unmatched reliability and classic elegance of *Viburnum tinus* ‘Compactum’. Widely regarded by landscape architects as one of the most hardworking evergreen shrubs available, this dwarf variety delivers the same bulletproof resilience as the standard *Viburnum tinus*, but in a much neater, naturally dense, and space-saving package.

While most of the garden is dormant, the Compact Laurustinus steps into the spotlight. In mid-winter, the bush covers itself in striking clusters of deep carmine-pink buds. As spring approaches, these buds burst open into highly fragrant, starry white flowers, creating a breathtaking two-tone effect. The blossoms are closely followed by clusters of metallic blue-black berries that local birds adore. Framed by a backdrop of lush, dark green, leathery foliage, this versatile shrub provides spectacular 12-month structural and visual interest.

☀️ Quick-Look Specifications
* Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
* Growth Habit: Dense, rounded, and compact
* Mature Size:1m to 1.5m High × 1m to 1.5m Wide
* Bloom Season: Outstanding winter interest (Pink buds in Winter, opening to white blooms in Spring)
* Flower Color: Carmine-pink buds opening to pure white
* Hardiness: Highly wind and cold tolerant; easily handles winter frosts down to -10°C.

💧 Detailed Growing Conditions

Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade (Highly Adaptable)
* This shrub is an incredible problem-solver because it performs beautifully in almost any lighting situation.
* It thrives in Full Sun, which encourages the tightest foliage and the heaviest set of winter flower buds.
* It also adapts exceptionally well to Partial Shade or dappled light under large trees, making it a brilliant structural filler for tricky, semi-shaded garden corners.

Water: Moderate (Drought-Tolerant Once Established)
* Requires regular, deep watering during its first year to help establish a robust, resilient root system.
* Once fully established, it is highly water-efficient and handles dry spells with ease. Allow the top soil to dry out between waterings.
* Note: While it survives droughts admirably, giving it a good soak during prolonged dry, hot periods will keep the foliage looking its glossiest.

Soil: Highly Adaptable (Clay Tolerant)
* One of the least fussy shrubs on the market. It thrives in standard garden loams but easily tolerates poor, sandy, or heavy clay soils.
* Drainage is important. While it can handle heavy clay, it will not survive in permanently waterlogged, stagnant, or swampy areas where the roots cannot breathe. It prefers a neutral to slightly acidic pH but is highly adaptable to alkaline conditions.

Maintenance & Pruning: Extremely Low Effort
* No Pruning Required: The beauty of the ‘Compactum’ cultivar is that it naturally grows into a neat, rounded dome without any human intervention.
* Hedge Trimming: If you are using it for a formal hedge or topiary shape, it responds beautifully to clipping. The best time to shear it is in late spring, immediately after the white flowers have faded, so you don’t accidentally cut off next winter’s buds!

🏡 Top Landscape & Retail Uses
* The Perfect Low Hedge: Because of its naturally tight, compact habit, it is the ultimate choice for creating low, formal boundary hedges or neat pathway borders without the constant maintenance.
* Foundation Planting: Its neat, evergreen structure makes it an excellent foundation plant to hide the harsh base-lines of houses and garden walls.
* Premium Patio Pots: Looks sophisticated and architectural when grown in large, classic terracotta or modern charcoal planters on patios and balconies.
* Winter Wildlife Anchor: A crucial plant for local ecosystems, providing nectar for early-season bees and metallic berries for winter-foraging birds.