As the days grow shorter and the garden slips into its winter coat, one plant refuses to fade quietly into the frosty background — Viburnum farreri, also known as Fragrant Viburnum. If you're looking for a shrub that blooms when most plants are snoozing, this is your November MVP.
🌸 Why Viburnum farreri is Trending in UK Gardens
This hardy shrub is making waves across UK gardens this month, and for good reason:
• Winter Blooms: It starts flowering in November, with delicate pink-tinged white blossoms that last well into March.
• Scented Surprise: The flowers aren’t just pretty — they’re sweetly scented, adding a sensory treat to chilly garden strolls.
• Autumn Colour: Before the flowers arrive, its foliage turns rich crimson and purple, giving you a double seasonal show.
• Wildlife Friendly: Pollinators love it, and it provides shelter for overwintering insects.
🌱 Growing Tips for Viburnum farreri
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist soil.
• Light: Thrives in full sun or part shade.
• Size: Grows to around 2.5m tall and wide, making it ideal for borders or as a standalone feature.
• Exposure: Handles exposed sites well — perfect for windy Devon gardens!
🛒 Where to Buy
This plant is widely available in UK nurseries and garden centres this month. Look for healthy specimens with strong stems and signs of early bud formation.
🧤 Dartana Plants Tip: Plant with Personality
At Dartana Plants, we believe every plant should come with a bit of flair. So when you plant your Viburnum farreri, give it a name. Ours is called “Sir Sniffsalot”, and he guards the compost bin with floral dignity.
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📹 Watch It Bloom on TikTok
Want to see Viburnum farreri in action? Check out our latest video on @themadplantman where we serenade it with a leaf blower and a saxophone solo. Because why not?
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