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Compact Laurustinus
Viburnum tinus 'compactum'
Pronunciation: vy-BER-num TY-nus kom-PAK-tum
SKU #07600
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A beautiful, low-growing evergreen shrub with dark green foliage and lightly fragrant, pinkish white spring flowers. Its dense, compact, upright growth habit makes this a favorite choice for small hedges, screens or foundation plantings. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Design Ideas | This shrub, a lower-growing version of the species, works well as an informal low hedge or screen, and is also a fine border companion. Try planting it at the corner of the drive, or where there is a small grouping of shrubs. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Lilac (Syringa); Peony (Paeonia); Clematis (Clematis); Iris (Iris); Lavender (Lavandula) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in most well-drained soils; tolerates sand and clay. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Fertilize before new growth emerges in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape. |
Details
| Description | A beautiful, low-growing evergreen shrub with dark green foliage and lightly fragrant, pinkish white spring flowers. Its dense, compact, upright growth habit makes this a favorite choice for small hedges, screens or foundation plantings. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | This shrub, a lower-growing version of the species, works well as an informal low hedge or screen, and is also a fine border companion. Try planting it at the corner of the drive, or where there is a small grouping of shrubs. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Lilac (Syringa); Peony (Paeonia); Clematis (Clematis); Iris (Iris); Lavender (Lavandula) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in most well-drained soils; tolerates sand and clay. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Fertilize before new growth emerges in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Compact Laurustinus produce flowers?
Spring
Is Compact Laurustinus evergreen or deciduous?
Compact Laurustinus is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Compact Laurustinus?
Compact Laurustinus is Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Compact Laurustinus grow?
Compact Laurustinus has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Compact Laurustinus?
Compact Laurustinus grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Compact Laurustinus in my landscape?
Compact Laurustinus is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
How can I use Compact Laurustinus in my garden design?
This shrub, a lower-growing version of the species, works well as an informal low hedge or screen, and is also a fine border companion. Try planting it at the corner of the drive, or where there is a small grouping of shrubs.
What color are Compact Laurustinus flowers?
Compact Laurustinus produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Compact Laurustinus?
Compact Laurustinus has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Compact Laurustinus?
Good companion plants for Compact Laurustinus include: Lilac (Syringa); Peony (Paeonia); Clematis (Clematis); Iris (Iris); Lavender (Lavandula).
How do I care for Compact Laurustinus?
Grows easily in most well-drained soils; tolerates sand and clay. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Fertilize before new growth emerges in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape.
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