Viburnum davidii – Evergreen Groundcover with Winter Berries

Description and General Information

• Botanical Name: Viburnum davidii

• Common Name: David viburnum

• Plant Type: Broadleaf evergreen shrub

• Origin: Native to western China

• Growth Habit: Low-growing, dome-shaped shrub with dense, spreading growth.

• Height & Spread: Typically reaches 60–90 cm high with a spread of 1.2–1.5 metres, making it an excellent groundcover choice.

• Foliage: Large, leathery, deeply veined dark green leaves held in pairs, adding architectural interest.

• Flowers: Small clusters of white flowers in late spring to early summer, contrasting beautifully with the dark leaves.

• Berries: When male and female plants are grown together, striking metallic blue berries follow the flowers, lasting well into winter.

• Seasonal Interest:

  • Spring to summer: White flower clusters.

  • Autumn to winter: Bright blue berries and glossy evergreen leaves.

• Garden Uses:

  • Perfect for groundcover, low hedging, or shrub borders.

  • Effective in urban gardens, woodland edges, or mass plantings.

• Wildlife Value:

  • Flowers attract bees and pollinators.

  • Berries provide food for birds in winter.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK and Ireland, tolerating frost and cold winters.

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements:

  • Grows best in partial shade to full sun.

  • Retains glossy foliage colour even in shaded spots.

• Soil Preferences:

  • Thrives in fertile, well-drained soils.

  • Tolerates clay, loam, or sandy soils with added organic matter.

• pH Range:

  • Neutral to slightly acidic soils preferred, though tolerant of a range of conditions.

• Moisture Needs:

  • Requires consistent soil moisture, particularly when establishing.

  • Once mature, moderately drought-tolerant.

• Planting Time:

  • Best planted in spring or autumn to establish strong roots before extremes of heat or cold.

• Spacing:

  • Allow 1–1.5 metres between plants to accommodate spread.

• Pollination Note:

  • Both male and female plants are needed to produce berries.

  • Plant in groups of three or more for reliable fruiting.

• Container Growing:

  • Can be grown in large pots but prefers open ground where roots can spread.

Routine Care and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Keep soil moist during the first year.

  • Water established plants during prolonged dry spells.

• Feeding:

  • Apply a slow-release general fertiliser in early spring.

  • Mulch annually with organic compost or well-rotted manure.

• Pruning:

  • Minimal pruning required.

  • Remove damaged, diseased, or crossing stems after flowering.

  • Light shaping in late winter or early spring if needed.

• Mulching:

  • Mulch around the base each spring to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

• Pests and Diseases:

  • Generally resistant to pests and diseases.

  • May occasionally suffer from vine weevil or leaf spot in damp conditions.

• Winter Care:

  • Fully hardy, requires no protection.

  • Evergreen foliage keeps gardens looking fresh through winter.

• Longevity:

  • Long-lived shrub that can thrive for decades with minimal attention.

✨ Viburnum davidii is a low-maintenance, evergreen shrub that provides year-round appeal with its glossy foliage, spring flowers, and metallic blue berries. Hardy and versatile, it is ideal for groundcover, borders, or mass planting in gardens of all sizes.

• Size
  5 Ltr pot

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