Viburnum ‘Tinus Gwenllian’ — Evergreen Shrub, Bee-Friendly, 11cm Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Viburnum ‘Tinus Gwenllian’ — a hardy garden shrub with flowering late autumn to spring. A reliable nectar source for bees and pollinators. Supplied as a set of 3 or 6 well-rooted plants in 11cm pots, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Evergreen shrub
- Mature size: 150–300 cm × 150–300 cm
- Flowering: Late Autumn to Spring (deep pink buds opening to white-pink flowers)
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Garden Wildlife
- Supplied as: Set of 3 or 6 plants in 11cm pots
The detail
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.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Viburnum tinus 'Gwenllian' |
| Mature size | 150–300 cm × 150–300 cm |
| Growth habit | Compact, Bushy, Dense Evergreen Shrub |
| Position | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil | Most well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sand |
| Flowering | Late Autumn to Spring (deep pink buds opening to white-pink flowers) |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies & Garden Wildlife |
| Best for | Hedging, Screening, Borders, Containers, Cottage Gardens |
Frequently asked
How big will it grow?
150–300 cm × 150–300 cm. Most established shrubs reach mature size within 3–5 years.
When should I plant it?
Container-grown shrubs can be planted year-round in the UK, but autumn and spring give the best establishment. Avoid planting in extreme heat or frozen ground.
When does it flower?
Expect flowers from late autumn to spring (deep pink buds opening to white-pink flowers).
What size pot does it arrive in?
Sets are supplied as 3 or 6 individual plants in 11cm pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.