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Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum'

Also Known As

Ligustrum japonicum 'Aurea'
Golden Japanese Privet

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum' plant details

Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: compact, hedge, screen, textural

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Golden Privet. Gold leaves, heavy substance. Good for hedging.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Shared with us by Pat McCracken, this 5', compact shrub produces the same waxy, shiny leaves as the species but they are of a rich, warm golden. In full sun the tips bleach, giving it a two-tone effect; in more shade the protected branches maintain a spring-green tone. Clusters of creamy white flowers attract bees in spring. Provide even summer moisture. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7. A fine pot plant.

By: Cistus Nursery

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Photo of Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum' foliage by Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Gardening facts about Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum' plant

How to Grow Ligustrum japonicum 'Aureum'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
Fruit
- blue
- black
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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Ligustrum japonicum 'Koryu'

aka Ligustrum japonicum 'Ko Ryu', Ko Ryu Japanese Privet

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-11

Size

Height: 7'-10'

Width: 10'-12'

sun - mostly shade
regular

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