Japanese Privet (Ligustrum japonicum)

Year-Round Evergreen Hedge Beauty

Japanese Privet is a dense rounded evergreen shrub celebrated for its glossy dark green leathery leaves that provide year-round visual interest. In late spring to early summer it produces large clusters of small creamy white flowers that attract butterflies. Following the flowers small blue-black berries appear adding ornamental value into fall and winter.

Light Requirements

Full Sun to Partial Shade Performs best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. More sun promotes heavier flowering. Quite adaptable and will tolerate partial shade.

Watering Guide

Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to develop strong root system. Once established it is moderately drought-tolerant. Water deeply during prolonged dry spells.

Temperature and Humidity

Hardy in USDA Zones 7b/8-10. Can tolerate brief cold snaps down to about 0-10 degrees F. Thrives in warm climates. Remarkably adaptable to urban environments.

Care Tips for Your Home

• Prefers fertile well-drained soil but is very adaptable
• Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring
• Responds exceptionally well to pruning ideal for formal hedges and topiaries
• Plant 3-5 feet apart for hedges

Why You Will Love It

Year-round evergreen structure. Dense glossy foliage provides consistent color screening and privacy. Versatile landscape use. Easy care and adaptable. Fast growing. Attracts wildlife. Pollution tolerant.