Viburnum tinus spirit is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit. It is smothered in mid-spring with clusters of small, white, tubular flowers, which are followed by black fruits. The glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round interest.
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Viburnum Opulus Compactum
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Viburnum Charles Lamont
About soil condition, (viburnum tinus spirit) prefers rich, humusy, well-drained soils, but it is quite tolerant of poorer soils and clay soils as long as they are not too alkaline. It also tolerates full sun to part shade.
Similar to other viburnums, the Viburnum Tinus Spirit can tolerate almost any sun exposure except for the hot afternoon sun. It prefers full sun in the morning and partial shade in the afternoon. If you live in a hot climate, it's best to keep this shrub in partial shade all day long.
The temperature conditions that are required for the growth of the Viburnum tinus spirit are moderate to warm conditions. The plant grows best in moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate some drought. The plant can also tolerate some cold and can be found growing in USDA hardiness zones 6-9.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50%. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will start to droop and the plant will become lethargic. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will start to turn brown and crispy.
Regarding fertilizer, this type of plant does best with a slow-release fertilizer that is high in phosphorus. For example, a 9-9-6 fertilizer can be used. As for the roots, it is important to make sure that the root ball is not too large for the pot. If it is, the plant will be less likely to thrive. Also, make sure to water the plant regularly, as it is susceptible to root rot.
Pruning is an important part of maintaining a healthy viburnum tinus spirit plant. pruning helps to encourage new growth, remove dead or dying branches, and shape the plant. when pruning, be sure to use sharp, clean tools and make clean cuts. avoid pruning too much at one time, as this can shock the plant.
Propagation of viburnum tinus spirit is best done through softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and should be taken from young, healthy growth. Place the cuttings in a planting mix of equal parts sand and peat moss and water well. Keep the planting mix moist but not wet and in a few weeks the cuttings should have rooted. Once the roots are well-established, transplant the new plants into pots or the garden.
Usually, the plant growth rate research indicates that this plant species has a very fast growth rate. However, some studies have found that the growth rate of viburnum tinus spirit can be quite variable depending on the growing conditions. In general, viburnum tinus spirit has a tendency to grow rapidly when conditions are favorable. However, if growing conditions are not ideal, the plant's growth rate may be significantly slowed. Overall, though, viburnum tinus spirit is considered to be a fast-growing plant species.
Common problems for this kind of plant are usually dieback, canker and leaf spot. Dieback is often caused by too much water or fertilizer, while canker is usually the result of too little water. Leaf spot is usually caused by too much sun or wind. If you see any of these problems, you should adjust your watering and fertilizing accordingly.
Source:
JC Raulston Arboretum - Our Plants - Viburnum tinus 'Anvi'
Viburnum tinus - University of Florida
Viburnum tinus (Laurestinus Viburnum) - American University of
