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tree privet
Ligustrum lucidum
tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 7a – Zone 11b
Tree privet is a glossy-leaved evergreen tree with small fragrant white flowers in late spring, followed by small dark blue berries. It is widely used as an ornamental specimen or shade tree in warm climates.
Overview
Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
30–50′ tall × 20–35′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 7aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 7a to Zone 11b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
early successionalmid successional
Native Range
East Asia
Function & Care
wildlife benefithedgerowwindbreak
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
moderate
Propagation
seed, cutting
Notable Cultivars
'Variegatum' features cream-and-green variegated foliage and is more ornamental but less vigorous than the species.
