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Ligustrum lucidum

Family Oleaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   8a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H4 - G1   Australia:   2 - 4  
Care Level
Height 4.5 - 12 m (15 - 40 ft)
Spread 3 - 9 m (10 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The broadleaf evergreen Ligustrum lucidum (glossy privet) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during mid summer. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Ligustrum lucidum (glossy privet) has showy and smooth bark. A specimen plant, Ligustrum lucidum (glossy privet) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Hedge, specimen, street planting and screening.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Ligustrum lucidum . Ligustrum lucidum is tolerant of drought, pollution and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Ligustrum lucidum (glossy privet) grows at a very fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Ligustrum lucidum (glossy privet) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.