Amur privet (Ligustrum amurense)

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Zone (more information)
hardy to zone 4
Mature Height
8 to 12 feet
Mature Spread
10 to 12 feet
Growth Rate
Faster
Sun
Full Sun or Partial Shade
Moisture
Drought tolerant (also tolerant to moist soil, well-drained)
Fall Color
Dull
Attracts Wildlife
No
Flower
Ornamental
Fruit
Ornamental
Evergreen
No
Native to WI
No
Additional Information
dense, upright shrub; 8-12’ tall; 10-12’ wide; fast grower; dark green leaves; no fall color; creamy-white flowers in late spring; black, poisonous fruit in fall; full sun to partial shade; adaptable to most soils and pH; drought, urban and air pollution tolerant; intolerant to wet soils; can shear into a formal hedge but won’t have flowers or fruit; can become invasive, hence, do not plant near any natural areas; native to Asia; hardy to zone 4

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