Plants in genus ligustrum
Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine'
This plant has vibrant golden-yellow evergreen foliage that changes color hues in summer. It is a sterile, non-invasive cultivar that attracts butterflies and is tolerant to clay soil and salt spray. It grows 3-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide at maturity, is pest and disease-resistant, and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6-10.
Ligustrum sinense 'Variegatum'
Ligustrum sinense 'Variegatum' is a versatile shrub with creamy-white and green foliage, small white blooms, and bright red berries. It is resistant to drought, deer, insects, mildew, and heat, making it a low-maintenance choice for hedges, foundations, or as a specimen plant. It can also be shaped into a small tree.
Ligustrum japonicum 'Texanum'
Ligustrum japonicum 'Texanum' is a fast-growing evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves and large clusters of creamy white flowers in spring. It produces purple-black berries after flowering and can grow up to 10-15 feet tall and wide. This plant is drought and salt spray tolerant, making it ideal for coastal areas. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is relatively free of pests and diseases, providing excellent privacy with its dense foliage.
Ligustrum obtusifolium ssp. obtusifolium
Ligustrum obtusifolium ssp. obtusifolium is a fast-growing deciduous shrub that can reach 12-15 feet in height and 8-10 feet in width. It is cold-tolerant in USDA zones 4 to 7 and produces fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by black drupes in fall. This shrub is drought-tolerant, attracts butterflies and pollinators, and is adaptable to various soil types.
Ligustrum vulgare 'Cheyenne'
Ligustrum vulgare 'Cheyenne' is a fast-growing deciduous shrub known for its sweetly fragrant white flowers in spring and black berries. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8. This shrub is urban and pollution-tolerant, deer resistant, and can be pruned into various shapes. Its dark green, lance-shaped leaves and pollinator-friendly nature make it a versatile addition to any garden.
Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii'
Ligustrum japonicum 'Howardii' is a popular hedge plant known for its gold-tipped new growth. It is widely used in both residential and commercial landscapes for its attractive foliage and ability to form dense barriers. This plant is a favorite among homeowners for its low maintenance and aesthetic appeal.
Ligustrum japonicum 'Recurvifolium'
Ligustrum japonicum 'Recurvifolium' is a large, upright privacy shrub with dark-green wavy leaves. This broadleaf evergreen produces white blossoms that attract pollinators and small berries for songbirds. It is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 11 and is resistant to sun, heat, and humidity. Growing up to 8 feet tall and 6 feet wide, it can be sheared or trimmed to maintain its shape and is moderately drought tolerant once established.
Ligustrum ovalifolium
Ligustrum ovalifolium is a semi-evergreen shrub with medium green foliage and a yellow underside, producing fragrant white flowers in summer. It grows 10-15 feet tall and wide, and can be shaped into various forms. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8 and is tolerant of wind, salt, and urban conditions. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering but can tolerate drought once established.
Ligustrum japonicum
Ligustrum japonicum, or Japanese Privet, is a dense evergreen shrub with glossy emerald foliage and fragrant white blooms in spring. It produces blackish berries in fall, attracting pollinators like butterflies. This plant is drought, disease, and pest resistant, thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soils.
Ligustrum lucidum 'Little Moon'
Ligustrum lucidum 'Little Moon' is a dense shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, growing 2 feet tall and 30 inches wide. It is topped with white flowers in late May and requires no pruning, making it a low-maintenance choice for foundation plantings.