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Ligustrum japonicum (Standard) - Japanese Privet

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Ligustrum japonicum (Standard) is an elegant addition to any landscape. Known as the Japanese Privet, this hardy evergreen tree with origins in Japan and Korea showcases a striking array of features, making it a must-have for city and suburban dwellers who crave year-round beauty. Flaunting glossy, dark-green leaves, it's a verdant spectacle that retains its vibrant allure across all seasons. Come late spring, the tree bursts into bloom, adorned with clusters of sweetly-scented, creamy-white flowers. Towering up to an impressive 12 feet, this resilient variety is unflinchingly adaptable, braving various soil conditions and resisting urban pollution. The Japanese Privet takes center stage with its densely packed growth, forming an excellent privacy hedge or screen for your sanctuary. Thriving in everything from the full sun to partial shade, this tree’s moderate water requirements and resistance to pests make it an easy-maintenance choice. In every aspect, the Japanese Privet is a blend of practicality and aesthetic appeal - a testament to nature's enduring elegance.

  • Size: Up to 12 feet tall
  • Flowers: Creamy white; fragrant and bloom in late spring
  • Foilage: Glossy, dark green leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Ideal for Screens: Dense growth habit suitable for privacy hedges or screens
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