Ligustrum ovalifolium

Ligustrum ovalifolium (Oval-Leaf Privet) is a semi-evergreen shrub that’s highly popular for hedging due to its dense foliage, fast growth rate, and adaptability to pruning. With its small, oval-shaped, dark green leaves, it provides effective privacy and shelter in gardens year-round. This hardy plant is suitable for formal hedges and can be shaped as desired.

Product details

• Typically grows to a height of 2-4 meters if left unpruned, with a similar spread; can be easily maintained to desired height and shape

• Dense, small, glossy green leaves that hold well into winter, especially in milder climates

• Produces fragrant, small white flowers in summer, followed by dark berries that attract birds, though flowering is reduced with regular trimming

Growing conditions

• Hardy down to -15 degrees Celsius, performing well in a range of climates

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade; can tolerate various light conditions

• Prefers well-drained, loamy, sandy, or clay soils and is tolerant of various soil pH levels, from acidic to neutral

• Ideal for both exposed and sheltered sites, with good resilience to wind

• Can be planted in south, west, north, or east-facing gardens
  

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