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pink flowered viburnum

Searching for a pink flowered viburnum to bring stunning colour and fragrance to your garden? This elegant shrub is a favourite among New Zealand gardeners, known for its eye-catching clusters of pink blossoms and reliable, easy care. Pink flowered viburnum varieties offer beautiful blooms through winter and early spring when most other plants are dormant, making them a superb choice for vibrant year-round interest. Whether you want a feature shrub for your borders, a hedge with a twist, or a pollinator-friendly addition to your garden, pink flowered viburnum ticks all the boxes.

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Viburnum 'Emerald Lustre'

Viburnum Emerald Lustre features pink flower buds that open to reveal clusters of mildly fragrant, white-light pink flowers during winter and early spring. The flowers are great for attracting bees and birds and are followed by glossy, black berries. The large glossy, dark green foliage is lush and emerges with bronze tones as it grows to 4 m tall and 2 m wide. Viburnum Emerald Lustre is commonly included in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, grown as a dense screen, or trimmed into a hedge. It is well suited to planting around outdoor living areas such as pools and using in tropical gardens.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn'

Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn' is a beautiful deciduous shrub prized for its fragrant soft pink flowers that appear from late autumn through winter. This reliable variety performs exceptionally well in New Zealand gardens, bringing colour and scent when few other plants are in bloom. It is ideal for gardeners wanting seasonal interest, structure, and easy care. With its upright habit and winter flowering, Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn' makes a standout feature in any garden.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Why Choose Pink Flowered Viburnum?

The pink flowered viburnum stands out with its dainty, pale-to-deep pink flowers, often appearing in dense clusters. These blooms not only add a splash of colour but also emit a delightful fragrance, inviting bees and other pollinators into your garden. As deciduous or semi-evergreen shrubs, pink flowered viburnums are versatile and can be grown in mixed borders, as specimen plants, or in containers.

One excellent example is Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn'. This cultivar is highly sought after for its profusion of fragrant pink flowers that appear from mid-winter through spring, making it a standout in any landscape. Its upright form and attractive foliage add further interest beyond the flowering season.

Planting and Care Tips

Pink flowered viburnum is easy to grow and suits most New Zealand gardens. Plant your viburnum in full sun to partial shade for best flower production, and ensure the soil is well-drained but fertile. While viburnums tolerate some dry spells once established, moisture-retentive soil encourages lush growth and abundant blooms. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain the desired shape and remove deadwood, but avoid heavy cutting, which can reduce next season's blooms.

Mulch annually with organic matter to support healthy growth and suppress weeds. Pink flowered viburnum is generally free from serious pests or diseases, making it a low maintenance addition to the garden.

Pink Viburnum Varieties and Companions

While the classic pink flowered viburnum is often represented by Viburnum bodnantense 'Dawn', gardeners may want to explore other Viburnum species and cultivars. For lush green foliage and white flowers, Viburnum 'Emerald Lustre' offers glossy leaves and easy growth. Viburnum davidii (female) is prized for its compact habit and vibrant blue berries, while Viburnum burkwoodii (Burkwood Viburnum) presents wonderfully scented, pale-pink and white flowers. For foliage contrast, Viburnum tinus variegatum provides attractive variegated leaves and winter flowering.

Create Year-Round Interest

Pink flowered viburnum is a superb way to infuse winter and early spring gardens with colour and scent. By combining it with other viburnums or complementary shrubs, you can extend the flowering season and enhance your landscape’s visual appeal. Explore our range to choose the perfect pink flowered viburnum and discover more inspiring options to brighten every corner of your garden.


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