LIGUSTRUM lucidum 'Excelsum Superbum'

Short description

Evergreen shrub or tree. A striking variegated form with yellow edging and blotches. White flowers in late summer, followed by black fruits. Harmful if eaten.

LIGUSTRUM lucidum 'Excelsum Superbum'

Short description

Evergreen shrub or tree. A striking variegated form with yellow edging and blotches. White flowers in late summer, followed by black fruits. Harmful if eaten.
LIGUSTRUM lucidum 'Excelsum Superbum'
LIGUSTRUM lucidum 'Excelsum Superbum'
Specifications
  • EAN code
    8051838140705
  • Latin name
    LIGUSTRUM L. 'EXCELSUM SUPERBUM'
  • Size
    18L
  • Height
    125-150cm
  • Form
    Bush
  • Units per shelf
    12.0000
Label Description
Evergreen shrub or tree. A striking variegated form with yellow edging and blotches. White flowers in late summer, followed by black fruits. Harmful if eaten.

Common name: Chinese Privet

Family: Oleaceae

Origin: China

Description: Evergreen shrub or tree. A striking variegated form with yellow edging and blotches. White flowers in late summer, followed by black fruits

Uses: Untrimmed as a street tree, or trimmed as a Topiary specimen

Climate/Position: Plant in full sun, avoid frost pockets as the leaves can get damaged on the margins

Height/Spread: Untrimmed up to 6 metres

Soil Requirements: Will grow in most soils, avoid waterlogged areas. Do not plant too deeply

Pruning: Usually grafted so be aware of suckers and unwanted branches on the main stem

Special Requirements: Harmful if eaten

Additional Interest: In very cold winters it will lose some leaves

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