Ligustrum ovalifolium #3
Ligustrum ovalifolium #3
California Privet
Great option for hedges
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A fast growing, tough, and reliable shrub featuring rich, dark green oval leaves. Prunes well, making it a great option for hedges, screens, and windbreaks. Tolerant of pollution. Deciduous in cooler winter climates; semi-evergreen or evergreen in warm winter areas.
Botanical Name- Ligustrum ovalifolium
Pronunciation- ly-GUS-trum oh-val-ih-FOH-lee-um
Foliage- Semi-evergreen
Mature Width- 15 ft
Mature Height- 15 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils except extremely wet
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Late spring
Companion Plants- Spiraea japonica 'Gold Flame' (golden foliage synergy, hedge & color)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, hoverflies, fruit-eating birds (check invasiveness)
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring for shape; water regularly in dry spells.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain size and shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around the root zone for vigorous hedge growth.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Whitefly, scale insects, powdery mildew
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