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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

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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

New growth emerges a bright yellow-gold. Previous years growth turns green -giving a nice two tone effect. Somewhat slower growing than typical ligustrum but eventually can reach 6 - 10 feet tall and slightly less wide after many years.

By: Fantastic Plants

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 Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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