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Ligustrum x vicaryi

Family Oleaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height 1.8 - 4 m (6 - 12 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 3 m (5 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Ligustrum x vicaryi (golden privet) bears white and fragrant blossoms during late spring. This plant is upright and has showy, glossy, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is medium lime and light brown in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Ligustrum x vicaryi (golden privet). Ligustrum x vicaryi (golden privet) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Ligustrum x vicaryi . Ligustrum x vicaryi is tolerant of drought and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Ligustrum x vicaryi (golden privet) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.