Chinese Evergreen Viburnum
Viburnum propinquum
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A rare, refined evergreen shrub with glossy foliage, subtle blooms, and year-round elegance.
Viburnum propinquum is a rarely cultivated evergreen shrub, native to the misty woodlands of central and western China, and scarcely available in U.S. nurseries—Woodlanders is among the few to offer it. This hardy, broadleaf evergreen is a true connoisseur’s Viburnum, treasured for its lustrous, narrow, dark green leaves that offer exceptional structure and foliage interest throughout the year.
In spring, the shrub produces flat-topped clusters of pale greenish-white flowers, modest in appearance but valuable to early pollinators. These are followed in late summer to fall by small, glossy black berries, which add further ornamental appeal and are relished by birds. While its flowers and fruit are understated, the real glory of Viburnum propinquum lies in its clean, architectural foliage, making it a standout foundation plant or shaded border specimen.
Reaching 6 to 10 feet in height and width, this shrub thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers shade to partial shade, making it especially well-suited for the woodland garden or understory plantings in the Southern U.S. and other mild climates. It is both deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established, offering year-round performance with minimal fuss.
Photo courtesy of 莊燿鴻
Native Range: Central and western China
Foliage: Evergreen, narrow, glossy dark green
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Greenish-white, flat-topped clusters
Fruit: Small black berries; attractive to birds
Notable Traits: Rare in cultivation, evergreen, deer-resistant, shade-tolerant
Garden Uses: Woodland gardens, foundation plantings, evergreen hedges, collector’s specimen
- Hardiness
- USDA Zones 7–9
- Sun
- Part Shade, Full Shade
- Soil
- Moist, Well-drained
- Mature size
- Height 6–10 Feet · Spread 6–10 Feet
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Seasonality
- Evergreen
Greenish-white, peduncled cymes
From rooting to shipping, our top priority is ensuring you receive healthy, thriving plants for your garden’s success.
Because most of our plants are grown from rooted cuttings — alongside seed, air layering, and grafting chosen for each variety — you receive a stronger, true-to-type plant that establishes quickly in your garden.
Raised on organic soil blends and eco-friendly pest management — never harsh chemicals — your plant arrives healthy for your garden, your family, and the pollinators they feed.
Every purchase gives back. We donate to the Aiken Arboretum and support local wildlife conservation, so growing your garden helps protect the wider ecosystem too.
All our plant material is carefully propagated, grown, and nurtured at our humble nursery in Aiken, South Carolina.
Your plant arrives carefully packed and ready to settle in. Unpack them promptly, give them a day or two to acclimate, then plant following the notes we include — that’s all it takes. Clear care guidance comes with every order, so success is the easy part.
What to expect upon delivery
All our plants are sold in 1-gallon sizes, though the height of each plant can vary depending on its growth rate and seasonality, typically ranging from 1/2 to 2.5 feet.
Each plant is carefully packaged with its roots enclosed in a secure plastic bag containing moist soil, forming a compact root ball. To ensure safe transport, the box is padded with recycled newspaper, providing both stability and eco-friendly protection from weather during shipping.
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