VIBURNUM TINUS SPIRIT (R-ROYALTY)

Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is an evergreen viburnum cultivar belonging to the Adoxaceae family, highly appreciated for its compact shape, fragrant flowering and ability to decorate the garden all year round. It is an ideal plant for creating evergreen hedges and borders, thanks to its dense and well-branched growth, which gives it a neat and tidy appearance.
The shape of Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is rounded and compact, with growth that reaches an average of 1.5–2 meters in height and width. The plant develops a thick and well-branched crown, which makes it perfect for use as a hedge or as an isolated decorative element in small gardens. Its compact shape and the density of its foliage also make it ideal for growing in pots or for creating natural dividers in smaller spaces.
Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ has glossy, dark green, leathery, evergreen leaves that keep the plant looking healthy and fresh all year round. In winter, the leaves retain their rich, bright color, while in autumn they can take on reddish or purple tones, adding visual interest even after flowering has finished.
This cultivar flowers in late winter to early spring, producing large clusters of small white flowers that turn pale pink as they flower. The flowers are highly scented, attracting bees, butterflies and other pollinators, and stand out against the dark green foliage. After flowering, Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ produces bluish berries, which are an additional decorative element and provide food for wild birds during the winter.
This variety of viburnum is hardy and easy to grow, adapting to a wide range of soils, as long as they are well-drained and moderately fertile. It prefers sunny or partially shaded positions and tolerates drought once well established, although it is important to ensure good irrigation during the initial growth phase and in particularly dry periods. It is a rustic plant, which also resists cold and frost, making it ideal for gardens located in cooler climates.
Viburnum tinus ‘Spirit’ is particularly suitable for creating medium-height evergreen hedges, flowering borders, or as an ornamental plant in small and medium-sized gardens. Its hardiness, combined with the beauty of its winter flowering and its ability to maintain green foliage even during the coldest months, makes it an excellent choice for those looking for a versatile, low-maintenance plant with a long period of visual interest.