Chinese Privet

Panicles of white flowers bloom in spring and develop into shiny black berries through winter. Dense green foliage can easily be shaped into a tree by pruning. Excellent choice for screens, hedges and foundation plantings.

Companion Plants

Common Boxwood

False Spirea

Viburnum

Plant Details

Common name

Chinese Privet
Botanical name

Ligustrum sinense
Variety

Variegatum
Zone

USDA Zone 7 (0°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Sun
Height

4-6' (1-2 m)
Habit

Upright
Feed

In spring
Water

1-2 times per week
Bloom Time

Summer
Maintenance

Apply mulch

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Phyllis D.'s collection

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