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Ligustrum sinense 'Wimbei'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Ligustrum sinense 'Wimbei' plant details

Ligustrum sinense 'Wimbei' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligustrum sinense 'Wimbei'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: cream and insignificant flowers blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, hedge, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligustrum sinense 'Wimbei'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tiny leaved privet with a dainty look and very good behavior in the garden. The parent was approximately 5 ft tall by 2 ft wide; could be a bit taller. Makes a good screen or hedge. These we received from Kevin Hughes at Hampshire’s Spinner’s Nursery. Evergreen in upper USDA zone 7 and above; deciduous or semi-deciduous in low zone 6 or so.

Gardening facts about Ligustrum sinense 'Wimbei' plant

How to Grow Ligustrum sinense 'Wimbei'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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