Scientific Name
Ligustrum japonicum

Common Name
Japanese privet
 
Hardiness Zones: 7 to 10
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; range of soil conditions except constantly wet
Height: 6 to 12 feet
Width: 5 to 6 feet
Texture: Medium
Form: Upright, oval head
Flower/Fruit: Creamy white flowers on 2 to 6" pyramidal panicles in late spring; unpleasant; odor; 0.2" flat black drupe in fall; persists into winter
Foliage: Opposite, simple, leathery dark green leaves; 2 to 4" long
Comments: Drought and salt spray tolerant; can be severely pruned; fruit attracts birds
Cultivars: Coriaceum
   


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