Viburnum Davidii 5 Litre Pot

Viburnum davidii – Evergreen Beauty with Striking Blue Berries

Viburnum davidii is one of the finest low-growing evergreen shrubs for year-round interest. Valued for its distinctive leathery foliage, attractive spring flowers, and brilliant metallic-blue berries, it provides colour and structure in every season.

The glossy dark green leaves are heavily textured with prominent veins, giving the plant an exotic appearance that stands out in borders and woodland gardens. Forming a dense, spreading mound, it creates excellent evergreen ground cover while remaining neat and manageable.

In late spring and early summer, clusters of small creamy-white flowers appear above the foliage, attracting bees and other pollinating insects. When both male and female plants are grown nearby, these flowers are followed by spectacular turquoise-blue berries that remain on the plant for many months, creating one of the most unusual fruit displays found on any garden shrub.

Its compact habit makes it particularly useful beneath trees, in shaded borders, and as an evergreen foil for flowering perennials and shrubs. The rich foliage provides a valuable backdrop throughout the year, especially during the winter months.

Thriving in sun or partial shade, Viburnum davidii prefers fertile, well-drained soil and performs particularly well in sheltered positions. Hardy, reliable, and easy to maintain, it requires little pruning beyond the occasional removal of damaged or misplaced stems.

Elegant, versatile, and full of year-round interest, Viburnum davidii is an excellent choice for adding evergreen structure and seasonal beauty to the garden.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring

Fresh glossy foliage and clusters of creamy-white flowers emerge.

Summer

Dense evergreen foliage provides colour and structure.

Autumn

Brilliant metallic-blue berries develop on pollinated plants.

Winter

Evergreen foliage and colourful berries continue to provide interest.

Why Grow Viburnum davidii?

✔ Attractive evergreen foliage all year round
✔ Unique metallic-blue berries
✔ Compact and easy to manage
✔ Excellent ground cover shrub
✔ Pollinator-friendly flowers
✔ Ideal for sun or partial shade

Perfect For

• Woodland gardens
• Evergreen borders
• Ground cover planting
• Underplanting trees and shrubs
• Courtyard gardens
• Wildlife-friendly planting

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Full sun or partial shade.

Soil: Fertile, moist but well-drained soil.

Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required; remove damaged stems as needed.

Ultimate Size: Approximately 0.8–1m tall and 1–1.5m wide.

Looks Great With

• Skimmia japonica
• Sarcococca
• Hostas
• Ferns
• Heuchera
• Hydrangeas

Viburnum davidii is a superb evergreen shrub that combines architectural foliage, pollinator-friendly flowers, and extraordinary blue berries, making it one of the most rewarding low-maintenance plants for year-round garden interest.