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Plant Profile: Viburnum tinus
Laurustine is a viburnum species that thrives in the Mediterranean regions of Europe and Africa. It is well-suited to coastal environments, exhibiting some tolerance to salt and drought. This plant produces clusters of pink buds that bloom into white flowers during the winter and spring. Its glossy, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout the year. To ensure fruit production, it is necessary to plant another type of viburnum nearby. This shrub can be effectively used as a standalone specimen or as a hedge, thriving in full sun to partial shade.
**Quick Identification**
Laurustine, Laurustinus Viburnum
vih-BUR-num TIN-us
Viburnum utile
Service Viburnum is a shrub native to China, characterized by its somewhat open and occasionally leggy growth habit. When exposed to full sunlight, these plants tend to be more compact. In the southern regions of its habitat, it remains evergreen and typically reaches heights of 4 to 8 feet, with a comparable width. The flowers are both fragrant and visually striking, but to produce fruit, it requires the presence of at least one other shrub. This plant is resilient to heat and adaptable to various soil types and pH levels. While it boasts attractive glossy leaves and heat resistance, it is infrequently utilized in garden settings.
Service Viburnum
vih-BUR-num YOO-tih-lee
Tagetes tenuifolia (Signet Marigold)
Wild marigold, a member of the daisy family, features leaves that are pinnately divided, giving them a fern-like appearance. In hot and humid conditions, the foliage may be susceptible to diseases.
Signet Marigold
Tagetes \ tenuifolia \ Asteraceae
Taiwania cryptomerioides (Taiwan Cryptomeria)
This evergreen conifer, a relative of the California Redwoods, can reach heights of up to 180 feet in its natural habitat, although it typically remains shorter when cultivated. It thrives in nutri
Taiwan Cryptomeria
Taiwania \ cryptomerioides \ Cupressaceae
Tamarix ramosissima (Five Stamen Tamarix, Salt Cedar, Tamarisk, Tamrix)
This vibrant summer-blooming shrub or small tree grows quickly and is typically found in coastal regions. It features scaly, gray-green foliage reminiscent of juniper, yet it is neither a conifer n
Five Stamen Tamarix, Salt Cedar, Tamarisk, Tamrix
Tamarix \ ramosissima \ Tamaricaceae
Tanacetum balsamita (Alecost, Bible Leaf, Chrysanthemum, Costmary, Mint Geranium)
Costmary is a perennial herb characterized by its oval, serrated leaves that emit a pleasant eucalyptus scent. This herb is sweeter and more fragrant than Tansy, and when trimmed, it can serve as a
Alecost, Bible Leaf, Chrysanthemum, Costmary, Mint Geranium
tanacetum \ balsamita \ Asteraceae
Tanacetum vulgare (Common Tansy, Golden Buttons, Tansy)
This invasive perennial herb is considered a noxious weed in various regions of the United States and is not advisable for cultivation. It tends to self-seed vigorously, and its spreading rhizomes
Common Tansy, Golden Buttons, Tansy
Tanacetum \ vulgare \ Asteraceae
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