Ligustrum japonicum 'Texanum'
Light: Full sun to partial shade; afternoon shade is beneficial in Phoenix, especially near heat-reflecting walls or pavement.
Water: Moderate water; irrigate deeply and let the upper few inches of soil dry between waterings. Water more frequently during extreme summer heat and in containers.
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates clay and alkaline conditions if drainage is adequate. Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.
Mature size: Typically 8–12 feet tall and 5–8 feet wide as a patio tree; size varies with training and pruning.
Bloom: Clusters of small flowers in late spring to early summer; frequent shearing can reduce flowering.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen.
Growth rate: Moderate.