A fast-growing evergreen tree or large shrub, Ligustrum lucidum is admired for its glossy, dark green leaves and showy clusters of fragrant white flowers. Its adaptability and dense growth make it an excellent choice for hedges, screens, or as a standalone ornamental. This versatile plant tolerates a variety of conditions and adds year-round structure to the landscape.
Ligustrum lucidum (Glossy Privet)
Ligustrum lucidum
Glossy Privet
A fast-growing evergreen tree or large shrub, Ligustrum lucidum is admired for its glossy, dark green leaves and showy clusters of fragrant white flowers. Its adaptability and dense growth make it an excellent choice for hedges, screens, or as a standalone ornamental. This versatile plant tolerates a variety of conditions and adds year-round structure to the landscape.
| Plant Type | Shrub, Tree |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 8 (10° F) |
| Flower Color | Creamy White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 20-40 ft |
| Spread | 15-25 ft |
| Spacing | 12-15 ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Great Foliage |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Garden Uses | Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers, Specimen |
| Tolerance | Clay Soil, Drought, Dry Soil, Heat, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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