This large shrub to small tree has a trunk with spreading branches that form a dense rounded crown. It has large glossy green oval leaves and the creamy white tube-shaped flowers appear in a cluster during early summer, followed by purple berries.

Hardiness zones 7 to 11

Ligustrum lucidum is naturally found from China to Japan and Korea growing in woodlands on the coast and in the lower mountains.

It prefers a well drained fertile moist sandy to light clay soil in an open sunny position and is frost and drought resistant.

Large Leaf Privet is grown for its foliage and tree like habit. It is planted along borders for screening or as a lawn specimen. It is suitable for coastal regions establishing in 2-3 years and is moderately long lived. It is not commonly cultivated in domestic gardens as it is regarded as a weed. ID 585

Note:
This plant is often confused withPittosporum undulatum.The distinguishing feature is that the leaves are arranged alternately.

Ligustrum(li-GUS-trum) lucidum(LOO-ki-dum)

Oleaceae(oh-lee-AY-see-ee)
American Hog Plum, African Walnut Family