Viburnum tinus (Laurustine, Laurustinus Viburnum)

Viburnum tinus (Laurustine, Laurustinus Viburnum) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of southern Europe and North Africa. It is a popular ornamental plant known for its attractive flowers, glossy foliage, and colorful berries. Appearance: Laurustine is a dense, compact shrub that typically grows to a height of 6 to 12 feet (1.8 to 3.6 meters) with a similar spread. It has a rounded form and dense branching. The shrub has dark green, leathery leaves that are oval to lance-shaped and arranged in an opposite manner. Flowers: Viburnum tinus produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers that appear in late winter to early spring. The flowers are typically pinkish-white and are held in flattened clusters called cymes. They provide valuable early-season blooms when many other plants are dormant. Fruits: Following the flowers, Viburnum tinus develops small, rounded berries that mature from green to shades of metallic blue-black. These berries are not typic