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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native to: China

Native

Introduced

Ligustrum sinenseLigustrum sinense

Chinese Privet

In Stock: 1.655 lb (Total:1.655lb)

Ligustrum sinense Dry Berries

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1.65 lb

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Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

21,102

Quantity:

1.65 lb

Collected in:

Italy

Crop year:

2020

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1828742

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: fall sowing in mulched beds is preferred to artificial stratification

Native to: China

Native

Introduced

Ligustrum sinense, commonly known as Chinese Privet, is a versatile semi-evergreen shrub or small tree native to China and widely cultivated for its ornamental use. Renowned for its dense branches and lush, dark green elliptical leaves, this plant can grow between 10-20 ft tall, offering a robust presence in gardens and landscapes. From March to May, it bursts into bloom with a profusion of aromatic white flowers in 4-inch-long clusters, adding a fragrant charm to its surroundings. Following this blooming phase, the shrub produces bluish-black berry-like fruit that persists into winter, attracting birds and fostering wildlife interest.

While its aesthetic appeal has made it popular in the nursery and gardening industry, it is essential to note that Chinese Privet has become invasive in various regions, providing a continuous challenge to native ecosystems. Thriving in diverse conditions from sun to partial shade and wet to dry habitats, it forms dense thickets along streams, fencerows, and forest margins, sometimes necessitating control measures. Despite its invasive nature, it remains a favored choice for hedge and mass plantings due to its thick foliage and flowering attributes. For those considering this plant, it's recommended to consult with local horticultural experts to ensure responsible cultivation practices.