Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Aureum' - 25-30 CM C4

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Ligustrum ovalifolium var. aureomarginatum.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * strongly scented flowers * tolerates pruning * heat tolerant, resistant to urban climates

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value.

Growth habit
California privet 'Aureum' is upright and taut in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The white flowers appear from June to July. These are strongly scented.

Interesting facts
Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Aureum' is slightly poisonous.

Use
Hedge (pruning), solitary, group planting, rock garden, topiary, bee pasture

Root
Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Aureum' is a heartroot.