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Ligustrum lucidum 'Tricolor'

Also Known As

  • Ligustrum lucidum 'Variegata'
  • Variegata Glossy Privet

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Ligustrum lucidum 'Tricolor' plant details

Ligustrum lucidum 'Tricolor' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with variegated foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligustrum lucidum 'Tricolor'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligustrum lucidum 'Tricolor'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Forget all you know about privets. This plant rocks! with its tricolor leaves in cool white-grey-green and panicles of tiny white flowers in spring for hummingbirds and butterflies, followed by tiny black fruits (drupes) that birds love. Evergreen, these are easily maintained as large shrubs or small trees, to 6-10 ft tall, useful as single specimens or as a screen or hedge. Happy in full sun to almost full shade with good drainage and regular summer water. Rewarding in that difficult spot. Frost hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Ligustrum lucidum 'Tricolor' plant

How to Grow Ligustrum lucidum 'Tricolor'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Fruit

    • black
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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