V. tinus is a large, evergreen shrub to 3m with dark green, oval leaves. Clusters of small, creamy-white flowers, often pink-tinged in bud, are produced over a long period in late winter and spring, followed by blue-black berries.
 
Size
Ultimate height 2.5–4 metres
Time to ultimate height 10–20 years
Ultimate spread 2.5–4 metres
 
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
 
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
 
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
 
Position
Full shade
Full sun
Partial shade
 
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing or South–facing
 
Exposure
Sheltered
 
Hardiness H4