Ligustrum japonicum
Japanese or Wax -Leaf Privet
Description
This large evergreen shrub has rich, glossy green foliage, accented in the spring by clusters of white flowers. It shears beautifully, and is good for hedges or screens, as well as a foundation plant. It is easy to grow and should receive full sun to part shade.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Japanese, Ranch
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Topiary
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.