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    Ligustrum japonicum

    Also Known As

    • Japanese Privet
    • Waxleaf Privet

    Plant type

    tree, shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-16'
    • W: 6'-16'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

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    Ligustrum japonicum plant details

    Ligustrum japonicum is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligustrum japonicum

    Plant type: shrub or tree
    Plant family: oleaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 16 FT - wide, 6 FT - 16 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: fragrant, hedge, small tree, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligustrum japonicum

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: seaside / salt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An evergreen shrub with upright dense vigorous growth habit. Makes a nice sheared hedge with dark green leathery shiny oblong leaves. In spring to early summer panicles of fragrant white flowers. It is tolerant to heat, drought, and salt. Likes sun to part shade. Hardy zone 7-10

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    Gardening facts about Ligustrum japonicum plant

    How to Grow Ligustrum japonicum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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