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California Privet 5/6' h B&B

California Privet 5/6' h B&B

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SKU:NSD0005-RedCrocus

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Ligustrum ovalifolium Information Page
Ligustrum ovalifolium - Plant Catalog

Ligustrum ovalifolium

Description

Ligustrum ovalifolium, commonly known as California Privet, is a versatile and hardy shrub known for its dense foliage and adaptability. Often used for hedging, it provides year-round interest with its glossy, oval leaves and small, fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for creating privacy screens or formal hedges, Ligustrum ovalifolium is also suitable for topiary work. It can be used in mixed borders or as a standalone specimen plant.

Plant Details
  • Botanical NameBotanical Name: Ligustrum ovalifolium
  • Common NameCommon Name: California Privet
  • Size & GrowthSize & Growth: Up to 15 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness ZonesHardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage TypeFoliage Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen
  • Bloom TimeBloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth RateGrowth Rate: Fast
  • Light RequirementsLight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts PollinatorsAttracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor FriendlyIndoor Friendly: No
  • Container FriendlyContainer Friendly: Yes
  • Deer ResistantDeer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet WarningPet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • FragrantFragrant: Yes
  • Cut FlowerCut Flower: No
  • Grows Well WithGrows Well With: Boxwood, Holly, Juniper
Care Tips
  • Planting InstructionsPlanting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing 3-4 feet apart for hedges
  • Soil MoistureSoil Moisture: Moderate, do not overwater
  • Soil TypeSoil Type: Tolerant of a wide range of soils, prefers slightly acidic to neutral
  • HumidityHumidity: Moderate
  • Pruning InstructionsPruning Instructions: Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
  • Winter CareWinter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting DepthPlanting Depth: Same depth as in the nursery pot
  • FertilizationFertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special CareSpecial Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and scale
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