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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Ligustrum ovalifolium
Oval Leaved Privet
Flower Color
Description
A vigorous, upright semi-evergreen or evergreen shrub about 4m tall, with oval, glossy green leaves to 6cm long. Small white fragrant flowers in pointed dense clusters to 10cm long appear in midsummer followed by rounded shiny black fruits in autumn
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
4m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
BushyUpright
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.5 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-11
Fragrance
Flower
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantArchitecturalCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensHedging and screensFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 70cm1725N | H: 70cm | €6.31 |
| H: 50cm1725n | H: 50cm | €5.47 |
| H: 20cm1725J | H: 20cm | €3.98 |
| H: 20cm1725JB | H: 20cm | €1.99 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.