Viburnum tinus 'Eve Price'

A stalwart of the winter garden, this reliable evergreen shrub works hard for its place in the border by providing density, colour, and structure when it is needed most.

More compact and bushy than the common species, this superior selection features smaller, neat, dark green leaves that create a dense screen year-round. The real display begins in late autumn when clusters of carmine-pink buds appear, lasting for months before opening into starry, blush-white flowers that persist well into spring. These nectar-rich blooms are often followed by metallic blue-black berries, offering a feast for birds.

It's an exceptional choice for a low, informal hedge, a structural focal point in a mixed border, or a permanent resident in a large patio container. It thrives in sun or deep shade and tolerates wind and pollution, making it one of the most versatile shrubs available.

Barnsdale tip: If you are growing this as a hedge, prune it in late spring immediately after flowering has finished. This keeps the plant dense and tidy without sacrificing next winter's display, as it allows plenty of time for new flower buds to form on the fresh summer growth.

January-May flowering. Evergreen. Will grow in sun or shade in most garden soils. Height & spread: 3m x 3m (10' x 10').