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California Privet

Ligustrum ovalifolium, Oleaceae

Zones
5–8
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)Partial Shade (acceptable)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Smooth Wild RoseRosa blanda
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Date PlumDiospyros lotus
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
English IvyHedera helix
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Bethlehem LungwortPulmonaria saccharata

Privet's allelopathic properties and dense shade suppress shade perennials like lungwort

Spring CrocusCrocus vernus

Privet produces allelopathic compounds and dense root systems that inhibit spring bulbs like crocuses

Winter AconiteEranthis hyemalis

Privet's dense growth and allelopathic properties inhibit early spring bulbs like winter aconite

Uses

Functions

Hedge

Common Questions

What zones does California Privet grow in?

California Privet grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for California Privet?

Good companions for California Privet include Smooth Wild Rose, Date Plum, English Ivy.

Design guilds with California Privet and see companion relationships visually.

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