Ligustrum japonicum
Light: Full sun to partial shade; afternoon shade is beneficial in Phoenix. Avoid intense reflected heat from west-facing walls and pavement.
Water: Moderate water; irrigate deeply, then let the upper few inches of soil dry before watering again. Needs regular summer irrigation in Phoenix and more frequent watering while establishing.
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates clay and mildly alkaline conditions, but highly alkaline Phoenix soils may cause iron chlorosis. Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.
Mature size: Typically 10–15 feet tall and 6–10 feet wide; older, unpruned plants may reach 20 feet tall.
Bloom: Late spring to early summer; frequent shearing reduces flowering.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen.
Growth rate: Moderate; faster with adequate irrigation and favorable soil.