Waxleaf Privet
Ligustrum Japonicum 'Texanum'
Overview
The Waxleaf Privet, Ligustrum Japonicum 'Texanum,' is an evergreen shrub standing 8-10 feet tall with a spread of 4-6 feet. Admired for its dense, rich foliage and white spring blooms, it creates excellent hedges and privacy screens. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it adapts well to various soils and is drought-tolerant once established. Prune regularly to maintain the desired shape in your landscape design.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–10Type Shrub, TreeClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 7–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub, Tree
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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