Viburnum tinus 'Lucidum'Lucidum Laurustinus

The Viburnum tinus 'Lucidum', commonly known as Lucidum Laurustinus, is an elegant evergreen shrub admired for its glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, fragrant white flowers that bloom from late autumn to spring. These blooms are followed by metallic blue-black berries, adding year-round interest and attracting birds. With its upright growth habit and dense foliage, it grows up to 2 to 3 metres tall and wide, making it ideal for hedges, screens, or as a feature plant in formal and informal gardens.

Specifications

• Height2 to 3 metres
• Width2 to 3 metres
• Native toMediterranean region and North Africa
• FoliageGlossy, dark green leaves; evergreen
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

• SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
• LightFull sun to partial shade
• WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate, Mediterranean, and coastal regions

Additional Features

• FlowersClusters of fragrant white blooms; late autumn to spring
• FruitMetallic blue-black berries that attract birds; winter to spring
• FormUpright, bushy growth habit with dense foliage
• UsesIdeal for hedges, screens, borders, or as a feature plant
• SpacingPlant 1 to 2 metres apart for hedging or standalone displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires light pruning after flowering to maintain shape
• Pest ResistanceGenerally hardy; monitor for aphids and scale
• Drought TolerancePerforms well in water-wise gardens once established
• Frost ToleranceFrost-hardy, making it suitable for cooler climates
• Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract pollinators, and berries feed birds
• Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with fragrant flowers and seasonal berries

Lucidum Laurustinus is a versatile and robust shrub, perfect for creating year-round greenery, privacy, and seasonal interest in gardens and landscapes.