Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium'

Also Known As

Ligustrum japonicum 'Coriaceum'
Ligustrum japonicum coriaceum
Japanese Ligustrum
Japanese Privet
Privet
Rotundifolium Japanese Privet
Texas Privet
Waxleaf Ligustrum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium' plant details

Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ligustrum japonicum 'Rotundifolium' is a form of Japanese or wax leaf privet with wavy, rippled leaves. It is slower-growing and more compact than other cultivars with the leaves tightly packed on the stems to 4-5 feet high. The white, fragrant flowers bloom in mid to late spring followed by red berries that ripen in fall and persist through winter.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Attractive crinkled thick dark green foliage; described as a living sculpture, these will get 4-6' tall and are hardy here in a sheltered site. By far the coolest privet. If your garden is like ours and looks like it was struck by cosmic rays, this one is a must

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Evergreen shrub, grows quickly to a dense 4-6' tall over time x about half as wide, with smooth and shiny, dark leaves, somewhat curled with margins occasionally showing a bit of red. White flowers are scented in pyramidal panicles in Spring. A very useful shrub for sun or part shade, well-drained soil and regular summer water. Easily pruned to shade. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.