Ligustrum vulgare 30+ PCS fresh seeds, Wild privet, Common privet, European privet, Deciduous shrub decor, Black berries, Organic seeds

🌱 Ligustrum vulgare — Wild privet, Common privet, European privet

We offer Ligustrum vulgare seeds, a species of deciduous shrubs from the Oleaceae family. Our seeds are perfect for gardeners and landscapers looking to create a unique hedge or shrub decor. With its dark green, lance-shaped leaves and white, fragrant flowers, Ligustrum vulgare is a beautiful addition to any garden.

🌿 Botanical Description

Ligustrum vulgare can grow up to 5 meters high and has opposite, simple, lance-shaped leaves that are leathery and dark green above, lighter below, and pointed. The flowers are white and fragrant, collected in petiolate paniculate inflorescences and bloom in June - July. The fruits are rounded in shape and represent a shiny round berry, but are inedible for humans.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow Ligustrum vulgare seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in the spring or fall. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C (59-68°F). Germination time: 1-3 months.
• Soil type: Well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: Keep the soil consistently moist during the first year after sowing. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8. Frost tolerance: Moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Ligustrum vulgare is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. It can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, scrublands, and along rivers. It thrives in areas with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.

✨ Interesting Facts

Ligustrum vulgare has been used for centuries as a hedge plant due to its ability to easily tolerate shearing and crown formation. It is also a popular choice for ornamental gardens due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. In some parts of Europe, the berries are used to make jams and preserves, although they are not edible for humans.