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Recurve Ligustrum
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Ligustrum japonicum 'Recurvifolium
Dense evergreen foliage provides year-round privacy, tolerates a variety of soil types and conditions and low-maintenance and drought-resistant once established.
USDA Zones: 7-10
Plant Specifications
Height
8-10 feet
Spread
6-8 feet
Bloom Color
Green
Planting and Care Tips
Plant
This Ligustrum prefers at least 4 hours of sun, so look for a planting area with full sun to partial shade (anywhere from 3 to 6 hours of sunlight daily). Soil type doesn't matter, provided that it's well-draining.
When you're ready to plant, dig a hole that's large enough to accommodate your shrub's root ball, backfill your soil, and mulch the surrounding soil. Finally, water to settle the shrub's roots.
If you're planting in a container, select a pot that's about twice the size of your shrub's shipped container, use organic soil, and place in an area with adequate sunlight.
Feed
Avoid highly soluble fertilizers if possible. Slow-release, organic-based nutrient sources are the best. Fertilize in early spring, after the threat of frost has passed.
Water
While tolerant of drought once established, good watering is important until your plant reaches that stage. You should water when the surface soil dries to 1 to 3 inches down by touch.
Prune
You can shear or prune your Ligustrum in spring, and remove dead or damaged branches at any time of year.
Exposure
Full sun