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California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium | Dense deciduous shrub ideal for privacy, borders, and topiary. Fragrant white flowers, deer resistant, container friendly, blooms late spring to early 20 Gallon

California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium | Dense deciduous shrub ideal for privacy, borders, and topiary. Fragrant white flowers, deer resistant, container friendly, blooms late spring to early 20 Gallon

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California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium

Description

A versatile deciduous shrub known for its dense foliage and adaptability to various landscape settings. It features oval-shaped leaves and produces small, fragrant white flowers in late spring to early summer.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for privacy hedges, borders, and topiary. It can be trained as a shrub or small tree and is suitable for both formal and informal gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium
  • Common Name: California Privet
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 8-15 ft tall with a spread of 6-12 ft; moderate to fast growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper care
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
  • Fragrant: Yes, fragrant white flowers
  • Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements
  • Grows Well With: Boxwoods, holly, and other ornamental shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly to establish.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-drained soils
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead wood
  • Winter Care: Mulch around the base for winter protection in colder zones
  • Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer
  • Special Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and scale
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