RedCrocus California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium Shrub, Ideal for Hedges & Privacy Screens, Versatile Landscape Plant, Attracts Pollinators, Container & Foundation Use 7 Gallon
RedCrocus California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium Shrub, Ideal for Hedges & Privacy Screens, Versatile Landscape Plant, Attracts Pollinators, Container & Foundation Use 7 Gallon
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California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium
Description
A versatile deciduous shrub characterized by its dense foliage and oval-shaped leaves. It is commonly used for hedges and screens, offering privacy and aesthetic appeal in various landscape settings.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for hedge planting, privacy screens, foundation planting, and decorative shrub borders. Its adaptability makes it suitable for both formal and informal garden designs.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium -
Common Name: California Privet -
Size & Growth: Typically grows 8-15 ft tall with a spreading habit -
Hardiness Zones: 5-9 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous -
Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast -
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Forsythia, Spiraea, Lilacs
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space plants 3-4 feet apart for hedges. -
Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during the first growing season. -
Soil Type: Adaptable to a variety of soils, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. -
Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity levels. -
Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote dense growth. -
Winter Care: Mulch around roots to protect from cold; prune as needed in late winter. -
Planting Depth: Plant root ball at same depth as in nursery; water thoroughly. -
Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer. -
Special Care: Minimal; ensure adequate watering and prune to shape.
