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LIGUSTRUM ovalifolium 'Aureum'
Commonly known as Golden privet
Golden variegated privet
individually £13.50 each , 10+ £11.00 each
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Good to know
Useful for hedging or an eye-catching, easily-grown specimen plant -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale, leaf miners, thrips, leaf spot, honey fungus, wilt. -
Place of origin
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EvergreenTo semi evergreen. Oval leaves to 6cm (2½in) long.
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White
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PaniclesTo 10cm (4in) long
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Gold variegated
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Entire
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, upright shrub. Flowers are followed by spherical, black fruits.
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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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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) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
4m (13ft)
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