noun
- An evergreen shrub (Viburnum tinus) native to the Mediterranean, grown as an ornamental for its white or pink flowers and blue-black berries.
Usage: Also called Viburnum tinus or winter-flowering viburnum.; Commonly used in landscaping and gardens.
Examples
- The laurustinus blooms in winter, providing color when many other plants are dormant.
- Gardeners often plant laurustinus as a hedge because of its dense foliage.
- The small white flowers of the laurustinus attract pollinators in early spring.
- Laurustinus is hardy in temperate climates and requires minimal maintenance.
- The dark berries of the laurustinus follow the flowers and persist into summer.