Ligustrum sinense stauntonii - 20-25 CM P9

Description
The Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense) is a white-flowering plant with egg-shaped, wavy leaves. Its disc-shaped flowers appear in panicles from April to June. This shrubby and branched plant thrives best in a sunny to semi-shady location.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * Suitable for outdoor use

Spread
China to Vietnam.

Growth
Shrub-like, branched.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Optimum ambient temperature: 18 to 22°C Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Prefers well-drained, sandy, loamy substrate Commercially available container plant soil.

Care
- High water permeability of the substrate is extremely important: waterlogging and standing water in the pot inevitably lead to rotting. - As soon as temperatures no longer fall below 5°C, even at night, this plant can be taken outside. A shower with lukewarm water will remove dust and revitalise your favourite. A semi-shady spot out of direct sunlight is best to prevent leaf damage. If necessary, the plant can also be repotted outdoors in spring, which saves cleaning work indoors.

Flower
The white, disc-shaped flowers of Chinese privet appear in panicles from April to June.

Fruit
The black drupes of Ligustrum sinense are particularly decorative.

Use
Tub, conservatory, room, balcony/terrace