Ligustrum Waxleaf

An attractive large shrub with waxy, pointed leaves that are somewhat pear-shaped with sunken veins; the shrub has an open shape as it ages, it is quite beautiful and can be limbed up and used for bonsai; delightful panicles of white flowers

Other Names: Waxleaf Privet

• Botanical Name: Ligustrum japonicum
  
• Sun requirements: full sun-partial shade
• Growth Rate: fast
• Mature Height: 12 feet Mature width: 8 feet
• Preferred soil moisture: dry to moist
• Cold Hardiness: 6b
• Nice Fall color
• showy white flowers in mid spring

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