California Privet-Ligustrum ovalifolium-Hardy shrub for gardens 5 Gallon
California Privet-Ligustrum ovalifolium-Hardy shrub for gardens 5 Gallon
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Ligustrum ovalifolium
Description
Ligustrum ovalifolium, commonly known as California Privet, is a versatile and hardy shrub known for its dense, glossy foliage. It is often used for hedging due to its rapid growth and ability to be shaped easily. The plant produces small, fragrant white flowers in late spring to early summer, followed by small black berries.
Suggested Uses
This plant is ideal for creating privacy screens, windbreaks, and formal hedges. It can also be used as a standalone ornamental shrub in gardens and landscapes.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Ligustrum ovalifolium -
Common Name: California Privet -
Size & Growth: Typically grows 10-15 feet tall and 5-8 feet wide -
Hardiness Zones: 5-9 -
Foliage Type: Semi-evergreen -
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer -
Growth Rate: Fast -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, with regular pruning -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Berries are toxic if ingested -
Fragrant: Yes, flowers are fragrant -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other hedging plants like Boxwood and Yew
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing plants 3-4 feet apart for hedges -
Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment -
Soil Type: Adaptable to a range of soil types, prefers loamy soil -
Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels -
Pruning Instructions: Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage dense growth -
Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones -
Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container -
Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer -
Special Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and scale insects
