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Ligustrum vulgare Swift ('Straight Talk™')

Straight Talk™ Privet

Vertical, upright habit. Densely branched with dark green, glossy foliage. Fragrant, white flowers in late spring followed by black berries in the fall. Suitable for hedging and screens.

  • »  Vertical, upright habit
  • »  Densely branched with dark green, glossy foliage
  • »  Fragrant, white flowers in late spring followed by black berries in the fall
  • »  Suitable for hedging and screens

2gal
$56.88
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:200-250 cm
  • Spread:60-80 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant
• Heat Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
• Columnar
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Hedge
• Screening (privacy)
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ligustrum vulgare 'Swift'

Hardy subsitiute for Hollies in norther climates. Tolerates a wide range of soils making it a great choice for hedging in urban landscapes. Prefers full sun to partial shade in average to moist soils and tolerate drought once established. Prune and shape as desired.