.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium Description A dense, evergreen shrub known for its oval-shaped leaves and adaptable growth habits. It typically reaches a height of 4-15 feet, making it versatile for hedges and screens. Suggested Uses Ideal for privacy hedges, foundation plantings, and urban landscaping due to its adaptable nature and dense foliage. Plant Details Botanical Name: California Privet Ligustrum ovalifolium Common Name: California Privet Size & Growth: Up to 15 ft tall; fast-growing shrub with a spreading habit Hardiness Zones: 6-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Fast Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Boxwoods, Euonymus, yews Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing 3-5 feet apart for hedges. Soil Moisture: Moderate, keep evenly moist Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained Humidity: Average household humidity acceptable Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones Planting Depth: Plant with root ball level to slightly above soil line Fertilization: Apply in early spring with balanced fertilizer Special Care: Minimal; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot