Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub prized for its long flowering season and attractive dark green foliage. From late autumn through to spring, clusters of deep pink buds open to reveal delicate white-pink flowers, providing much-needed colour during the cooler months. These are followed by small, dark metallic-blue berries that persist into autumn, adding further seasonal interest.This reliable variety is an RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) holder, recognised for its outstanding garden performance. 'Gwenllian' is particularly valued for its neat, dense habit, making it an excellent choice for informal hedging, borders, and screening. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and thrives in both sunny and partially shaded positions.This listing includes 3 or 6 established Viburnum Gwenllian plants supplied in 11cm root-balls, ready for planting directly into the garden or into larger containers.What's Included: 3 or 6 x Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' plants Supplied as 11cm root-ball plants Ready for planting out or potting on Key Features: Long flowering period from late autumn through to spring Deep pink buds opening to white-pink flower clusters Attractive dark blue-black berries follow the flowers Dense, bushy evergreen habit – ideal for hedging and screening Hardy and low-maintenance once established RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) holder Cultural Information: Botanical Name: Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' Common Names: Laurustinus 'Gwenllian', Viburnum Gwenllian Classification: Evergreen shrub Fully Grown Height & Spread: 150–300 cm × 150–300 cm Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Dense Evergreen Shrub Perfect for: Hedging, Screening, Borders, Containers, Cottage Gardens Flowering Time: Late Autumn to Spring (deep pink buds opening to white-pink flowers) Berrying Season: Autumn (small, dark metallic-blue berries) Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade Soil Type: Most well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sand Hardiness: Fully Hardy Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Garden Wildlife Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub Foliage: Dark Green, Glossy, Oval Leaves Planting & Care Tips: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system Once established, Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering Prune lightly after flowering if needed to maintain shape Suitable for exposed or sheltered sites Notes: This variety, Gwenllian, is one of the most popular selections of Viburnum tinus, noted for its particularly compact habit and prolific flowering display. It is well suited to both formal and informal garden settings.
