Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Amur Privet
FamilyOleaceae
Ligustrum amurense, also known as the Amur privet, is a very robust deciduous shrub renowned for its great hardiness and its ability to form dense and durable hedges. This vigorous species develops a dense, rounded habit with medium green foliage composed of small oval leaves that abundantly cover the branches. In early summer, the shrub produces large panicles of small, slightly fragrant, creamy-white flowers that attract many pollinators. After flowering, small purplish-black berries appear and often persist until autumn, providing a food source for birds. Highly tolerant, this privet adapts to a wide variety of soils and tolerates regular pruning well, making it an excellent choice for structured hedges, plant screens, or urban plantings.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall, ornamental, purplish-black berries
Maximum height2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Maximum width2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth ratefast
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-30°C
