Ligustrum ovalifolium 'Argenteum' (v)

Description: Ligustrum argenteum is a semi-evergreen to evergreen shrub prized for its distinctive silvery-variegated foliage and elegant upright habit. Native to Japan, this ornamental privet produces small, fragrant white flowers in summer, followed by small dark berries that attract birds and wildlife. The foliage is notably lighter than common privet varieties, with cream to silver variegation creating a luminous quality in the garden. In South England, it thrives in well-drained soils including chalky and clay-based conditions, and performs well in full sun to partial shade. This versatile shrub is ideal for hedging, screening, and formal garden structures, offering year-round architectural interest with minimal maintenance requirements. Its moderate growth rate makes it manageable for regular pruning and shaping. The plant establishes quickly once planted and tolerates UK garden conditions reliably, making it an excellent choice for creating contemporary screens, wildlife-friendly boundaries, or formal garden backdrops. Hardy throughout South England with strong winter resilience.

Other benefits: evergreen, hedging, screening, borders

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 4.0m x 4.0m

Position: full sun to partial shade

Winter hardiness: cold hardy to -10°C