Ligustrum undulatum

Common Name:
Glossy Privet

Description:
Ligustrum undulatum, commonly known as Glossy Privet, is a hardy, fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree valued for its dense, glossy green foliage and versatility in landscaping. It produces small, creamy-white, fragrant flowers in late spring to summer, followed by dark purple to black berries that attract birds. This species is commonly used for hedging, screening, and topiary due to its ability to be pruned into formal shapes. It thrives in a variety of soil types, is drought-tolerant once established, and can withstand coastal conditions and urban pollution.

Form:

• Shrub - Large
• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 3–6 metres
• Width: 2–4 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Creamy White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Topiary
• Bird Attracting (due to berries)
• Drought Tolerant Once Established
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Berries are toxic if ingested by humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Viburnum species
• Camellia species
• Westringia (Coastal Rosemary)
• Callistemon (Bottlebrush)
• Pittosporum species