Description
Viburnum tinus 'Eve Price' Standard | Laurustinus
Laurustinus ‘Eve Price’ standard tree is Viburnum tinus 'Eve Price' grown as a standard, with a leafy crown raised above a clear stem. This form gives the evergreen shrub a more upright outline than its natural shrub shape, making the crown easy to see as a feature in the garden or in a pot. Its dark green, oval leaves stay on the plant throughout the year, providing a steady backdrop for the scented pink and white flowers. These appear from November to April, bringing colour and fragrance through winter and into spring. The plant can also produce decorative dark blue berries. It reaches an eventual height of around 200 cm; no mature width is specified. As a standard, Laurustinus brings the flowers and foliage together in a raised, bushy crown, rather than spreading from the ground as a shrub. This helps it stand out as a specimen and gives patios and balconies a clear vertical accent. Laurustinus belongs to the Viburnum genus, which includes this evergreen garden plant.
Key features of Laurustinus ‘Eve Price’ (Viburnum tinus 'Eve Price')
- Scented winter and spring flowers: The flowers are pink and white, with a noticeable fragrance. They bloom from November through April, when many garden plants are not in flower.
- Evergreen foliage: Dark green, oval leaves remain on the plant throughout the year. In the standard form, they fill the raised, bushy crown above the stem.
- Position and soil: Choose a sheltered position in sun or partial shade. A well-drained, humus-rich soil that stays slightly moist suits this Laurustinus.
- Standard shape for a clear accent: The stem lifts the crown above ground level and gives the plant a distinct upright outline. It can be considered among standard trees where a raised evergreen crown is wanted.
Uses of Laurustinus ‘Eve Price’ standard tree in the garden
- As a specimen: Use the standard form as a standalone feature in a suitable garden position. Its raised crown adds height and a clear focal point, while the evergreen foliage keeps its presence through the seasons.
- In a pot: The lifted crown gives this Laurustinus a strong outline in a container. It is suited to a sheltered patio or balcony, where the foliage, flowers and form can be appreciated at close range.
- Choose a protected position: The stated hardiness is around -10°C (USDA zone 8). In the UK, provide shelter, as severe frost may cause damage; this figure should not be taken to mean the plant is fully hardy in every garden.
- As a garden contrast: The dark green crown can contrast with other garden planting without needing a particular plant partner. Its pink and white scented flowers, from November to April, add seasonal interest above the stem.
For a sheltered spot, the evergreen raised crown and fragrant winter flowers give this standard Laurustinus a distinct accent through the colder months and into spring.
