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Viburnum bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’ is a cherished deciduous shrub, offering intensely fragrant, deep pink flowers throughout winter and early spring. It provides vital nectar for early pollinators and stunning seasonal garden interest when little else is in bloom.
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Discover Viburnum bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’, a remarkable deciduous shrub bringing vibrant pink, highly fragrant blooms to your UK garden throughout winter.
Viburnum bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’ offers a cheerful display when most other plants are dormant. This specific cultivar is a favourite for its striking deep pink buds opening to delicate, sweetly scented blossoms. It thrives in many garden settings, providing essential winter colour and perfume. It proves an excellent choice for adding interest during colder months.
Viburnum bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’ is a truly special plant. It originated from the hybrid Viburnum x bodnantense, a cross between Viburnum farreri and Viburnum grandiflorum. The ‘bodnantense’ name honours Bodnant Garden in Wales, where this successful hybridisation first took place. ‘Charles Lamont’ is a specific selection, chosen for its superior flower colour and fragrance.
This elegant deciduous shrub grows upright, forming an open, somewhat vase-shaped structure. Its bare, woody stems adorn with clusters of intensely fragrant, tubular flowers. These start as deep pink buds, then gradually open to a lighter, rose-pink hue. The flowers appear in succession.
They often begin in late autumn and continue right through winter, into early spring. The perfume of Viburnum bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’ carries well on still winter air. Plant this shrub near pathways or doors to fully enjoy its wonderful scent.
Before the floral display, the foliage emerges in spring as bronze-tinted leaves. They mature to a dark green through summer. In autumn, these leaves turn rich shades of purple and red. This adds further seasonal interest before they fall.
Viburnum bodnantense ‘Charles Lamont’ performs well in mixed borders, woodland gardens, or as a standalone specimen. Here, its winter beauty can be fully appreciated. Gardeners also use it to create an informal hedge or screen, particularly in larger spaces.
Pruning helps maintain a good shape and encourages vigorous flowering. Generally, gardeners prune lightly after flowering finishes in spring. Simply remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. You can also thin out older stems from the base to rejuvenate the plant.
Furthermore, this Viburnum species benefits local wildlife. Its early flowers provide a crucial source of nectar and pollen for hungry bees. Other insects emerge on milder winter days and also find it helpful.
