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LIGUSTRUM japonicum 'Texanum'
Commonly known as Japanese privet, Wax-leaf privet
Thick, shiny, dark green leaves. Scented white flowers in summer followed by black berries
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale insects, leaf miners, thrips, leaf spot, honey fungus, wilt -
Place of origin
Northern China, Korea, Japan -
EvergreenOvate, glossy, very dark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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White
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft) -
HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubUpright, dense shrub. Produces flowers in conical panicles to 15mm (6in) long followed by ovoid-oblong fruit
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
2.5m (8ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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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.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Planting Combinations
