Phillyrea latifolia
Also Known As
- Mock Privet
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 8'-20'
- W: 6'-8'
planting zones
- 7b-9b
Phillyrea latifolia plant details
Phillyrea latifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phillyrea latifolia
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: oleaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: fragrant, hedge
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phillyrea latifolia
- USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Bearing clusters of white spring flowers with a rich fruity perfume, this elegant olive-like 15-20' small tree/large shrub has branches ?bowed by the weight of luxuriant masses of small, glossy, dark-green leaves? (Hillier) S-PSh/M
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Phillyrea latifolia plant
How to Grow Phillyrea latifolia
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-8'
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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