Often asked: What Soil Does Viburnum Tinus Like?

Viburnum tinus Growing and Care Guide Soil should be moist with good drainage. Ideally, soil should be humus rich, fairly fertile and, nematode-free. Laurustinus will tolerate slightly alkaline to acidic soils, and will survive in poorer soils. Space plants at 36 to 60 inches (90 – 150 cm).

What soil does viburnum like?

They like a cool root run so avoid a hot dry position. They like moist, well-drained fertile soil and don’t mind if it is in full sun or partial shade.

Do viburnums like acidic soil?

Most varieties of viburnum grow best in moderately acid to slightly alkaline soil between 5.5 and 8.0. The soil pH preference should be listed on the label of the plant species that you purchase.

Is Viburnum Ericaceous?

If you are looking to grow the following plants, you will need an ericaceous compost to supplement growth; Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Camellias, Hydrangeas, Holly, Fern, Gardenia, Aster, Magnolia, Pachysandra, Lupine, Pieris, Viburnum, Bleeding Heart, Japanese Maple, Juniper, Blueberries, Raspberries and Cranberries…

How do you prepare soil for viburnum?

Choose a sunny spot with well drained soil. Enrich the soil with Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser. In areas with heavy or clay soil, to help improve soil structure and drainage, add gypsum and mix in well. Dig the planting hole twice as wide and to the same depth as the root-ball.

Can viburnum grow in clay soil?

Viburnum is an underrated evergreen shrub for clay soil. The opening of its white flowers announces the end of winter and provides a pretty backdrop for a border in early spring. Dense, compact growth make this a useful plant for screening off a view and creating a sense of enclosure in the garden.

What is the best fertilizer for viburnum?

Blood meal is a smart choice to apply in late winter or spring, as it breaks down rapidly to sweeten the soil for flowering. Later, alfalfa meal, compost, rotted manures and fish emulsion are all safe choices for fertilizing viburnums.

Is a viburnum an acid loving plant?

Viburnums will grow in just about any type of soil, but they prefer slightly acidic, moist, but well-drained soil.

Can viburnum tolerate wet soil?

Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum) This shrub can reach around 6 to 10 feet in height and spread. It prefers moist, loamy soil and needs good drainage.

What conditions do viburnums like?

Grow in full sun or partial shade, in a moist, well-drained soil.

How do you take care of a Viburnum Tinus?

Grow Viburnum tinus in moist but well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Mulch annually with well-rotted manure or compost and cut back plants to retain their shape in early summer.

When should I plant Viburnum Tinus?

Viburnum tinus is ideally planted in fall, but can also be planted in spring if it is purchased in pots or in containers. Apart from fall and spring, avoid days where there is either strong heat, or below freezing temperatures. It adapts quite well to various types of soil and locations.

Is it OK to use ericaceous compost for all plants?

Can I use ericaceous compost on all plants? Ericaceous compost is ideal for acid-loving plants so you should use it for them solely and use neutral or alkaline soil for other types of plants.

Where should I plant my viburnum?

Most viburnums prefer full sun but many will also tolerate partial shade. While not particularly picky about their growing conditions, they generally prefer fertile, well-draining soil. Planting viburnum takes place in spring or fall. Dig a hole as deep as the root ball but at least two to three times wider.

How far apart do you plant Viburnum Tinus?

As a general rule of thumb, allow the plant to grow to approximately half of its expected width. For example Dense Fence™ Viburnum odoratissimum ‘VOC1’ PBR will grow to 2m wide. By spacing the plants 1m apart, each plant has enough room to grow well and they will form a dense hedge easily.

How long does Viburnum Tinus take to grow?

It probably took about eight years for the hedge to get to the desired height of about 1.5m tall. With a little watering, and some mulch to reduce the competition from the grass, It would have achieved that size in half the time or less. My ideal is to clip it once a year, in late autumn.