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Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii'
Also Known As
- Ligustrum japonicum 'Howard'
- Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardi'
- Howard's Golden Ligustrum
- Japanese Privet
- Waxleaf Privet
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-10'
- W: 8'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii' plant details
Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold and green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: oleaceae
- Foliage: evergreen gold and green
- Mature size: 8 FT wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in spring
- Uses: hedge
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii' plant
How to Grow Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii'
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 5'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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