Ligustrum obtusifolium
Also Known As
- Border Privet
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 10'-12'
- W: 10'-15'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Ligustrum obtusifolium plant details
Ligustrum obtusifolium is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligustrum obtusifolium
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: oleaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: potentially invasive
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligustrum obtusifolium
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Ligustrum obtusifolium plant
How to Grow Ligustrum obtusifolium
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Fruit
- black
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
Height: 5'
Width: 5'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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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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- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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