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California Privet

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ShipsShips November 2026
Height at MaturityUnder 25 Feet
ExposureFull Sun
Planting Zones5-8
UsageBirding, Fast Growing
Shipped AsBare-root
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Description

Ligustrum ovalifolium - California privet

Stunning Leaves

California Privet Is Perfect For Hedges Or Screens

It is often used as a hedge or screen‚ and may be pruned and trained into various tree and shrub forms and shapes․ It may be grown in a variety of conditions‚ tolerating sun or shade and a wide variety of soil types․

How And Where To Plant

It grows in full sun or partial shade‚ and will grow in well-drained soils of any type‚ though it grows best in a medium moisture level․ Once established‚ the plant is drought resistant․

Where to Grow

It is hardy in U․S․D․A․ zones 5 to 8‚ almost the entire continental United States except for the hottest and the coldest U․S․D․A․ hardiness zones‚ so in general this plant will grow in regions with a mild to moderate climate․ Make sure to plant these apart to allow for air circulation in case it is used for a hedge or screen․

Planting & Care

Plant bare-root stock as soon as it arrives, in well-drained soil with full to partial sun unless noted otherwise above. Water deeply once a week during the first growing season to establish a strong root system.

Shipping & Returns

Dug and shipped bare-root during your zone's dormant window, packed to arrive fresh. Every order is backed by our first-season establishment guarantee — we'll replace it for you.