The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Ligustrum obtusifolium is in late summer and early fall, typically from August to October.
border privet
Ligustrum obtusifolium
Border Privet (Ligustrum obtusifolium) is an attractive and sturdy evergreen shrub. It has oval, glossy, deep-green leaves and produces small, highly-fragrant white flowers in the summer. This is a fast-growing plant, so it can be used as a hedge or to create a privacy screen. Its hardy nature makes it perfect for growing in formal gardens or in any area with full sun to partial shade. Its foliage is a great foundation for adding colorful blooms and makes it an ideal backdrop for vibrant hues. Border Privet requires little maintenance and is a decorative, low-maintenance addition to any landscape.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
White Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
purple,black Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Border privet (Ligustrum obtusifolium) should be watered often enough to keep the soil moist but not soggy, about once or twice a week depending on the weather and the condition of the soil. In warmer, drier climates, you may need to water more frequently. During the hottest days of summer, it’s best to water your border privet early in the morning or in the evening to help avoid evaporation. Additionally, it’s important to check the soil before watering since moisture in the soil will delay watering needs.
sunlight
Border privet (Ligustrum obtusifolium) prefers full sunlight for optimal growth. It can also grow in partial shade but will develop more slowly. The ideal amount of direct sunlight for border privet is at least 5 hours per day. If planted in a spot where it receives full sunshine throughout the day, border privet grows to its expected size within a few years.
pruning
Border privet (Ligustrum obtusifolium) should be pruned during late winter, before new spring growth begins. This is the best time to prune border privet due to the decreased risk of encouraging disease or infection for the newly exposed shoots. When pruning, remove dead, damaged and diseased growth first then cut out any strong, tall stems or thin out weak, spindly shoots. Don’t prune too much at once as this can cause stress to the plant. The overall shape of the border privet should be maintained and any overgrowth should be removed to allow more light and air to reach the internal branches. Pruning should be done annually to maintain the desired size and shape. It is also helpful to apply mulch around the base of the plant to reduce the growth of weeds.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Border privet typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Border privet typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Ligustrum obtusifolium is in late summer and early fall, typically from August to October.
