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    LIGUSTRUM japonicum 'Rotundifolium
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© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. LIGUSTRUM japonicum 'Rotundifolium' AND BERGENIA cordifolia 'Purpurea'
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    LIGUSTRUM japonicum 'Rotundifolium

    Commonly known as Japanese privet

    Very compact habit, with leathery green leaves, a good architectural plant
     
    Plant Details
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    • Architectural interest
    • Good to know
      Introduced into UK by Robert Fortune, Scottish plant hunter, 1860
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, scale, leaf miners, thrips, leaf spot, honey fungus, wilt.
    • Place of origin
      Japan, northern China, Korea.
    • Evergreen
      Glossy, very dark green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long.
    • White
    • Panicles
      To 15cm (6in) long
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Orbicular
    • Height
      1.5m (5ft)
    • Spread
      1m (39in)
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Dense, slow-growing, stiffly-branched shrub. Flowers are followed by black fruit
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • harmful if eaten
      People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
    • Mature Size
      1.5m (5ft)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1m (39in)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
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    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g - Free c&p
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet - inc c&p
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet - inc c&p
    £12.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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    £7.50
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