Wavy Leaf Ligustrum Recurvifolia

Name: Wavy Leaf Ligustrum Recurvifolia
Brand: Flowerwood
SKU: 39473FL
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

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$34.99

Dense evergreen shrub with a rounded habit
Matures to 10-15' wide by 5-6' tall
Hardy in USDA Zones 7 - 10
Plant in full to partial sun
Cannot Ship to TN

Pot size

2.5 Quart 2.4 Gallon

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Description

Wavy Leaf Ligustrum (Recurvifolium), also known as Japanese Privet or Crinkle Leaf, is a dense evergreen shrub with a rounded habit. It offers lustrous green wavy leaves and will develop small white flowers in spring. Wavy Leaf Ligustrum is an excellent choice for hedge or screen planting.

Lustrous dark green, wavy foliage creates a handsome small accent tree, foundation hedge, or privacy screen. Excellent for use as a container specimen.

Taking care of Wavy Ligustrum plants

As we already mentioned, this popular ornamental plant is easy to grow and maintain. However, there are several important things to be aware of before planting it in your garden:

How much sunlight does ligustrum require?

These evergreen bushes prefer full sun or partial shade. The more sun it receives, the greener and thicker your hedge will grow.

What type of soil works best for ligustrum recurvifolium shrubs?

The wavy leaf ligustrum prefers well-draining soil that's not too acidic or alkaline. If planting a new hedge, nourish your soil with compost to improve drainage and fertility. Root rot might appear if this plant’s roots are exposed to standing water for too long.

How much should I water my ligustrum plant?

The ideal watering schedule depends on your climate and growing conditions. To keep this plant healthy, water it 2-3 times per week during its first growing season.

How to fertilize ligustrum shrubs

To ensure healthy growth, you should fertilize your plant twice yearly – in spring and late summer. To do this, use 0.7 pounds of 15-5-10 or 15-5-15 fertilizers for every 100 square feet.

When to prune your ligustrum shrub

Pruning these plants will help them grow new leaves and branches. The best time to prune these shrubs is right after they flower to avoid shearing off the young buds. When pruning, remove dead wood and any suckers that have sprouted from the base of the plant.

Winter care

Because new plants are vulnerable to hard freezes in the first year, we recommend protecting them from cold temperatures at night. Once it grows, it will be able to adapt to cold weather.

Although some leaf drops may occur in winter, they will be replaced by new growth once spring arrives.

Click here for care tips and learn more about Ligustrums.

Care & Use

Getting Started: Understanding Your New Plant

Review your plant's information on our website or the tag that comes with it. Be mindful of sunlight preferences, soil type, and spacing needs.

Our plants are adaptable but grow best in the correct USDA Zones. Click here to learn more about your USDA Zone.

Planting Instructions

Dig a Hole

First, dig a hole three times the width of the root ball of your plant. This makes it easier for the root system to spread out quickly. Dig the hole deep enough that your plant will sit level with or slightly above the ground around it.

Amend Your Soil

Mix your native soil with rich gardening soil to provide extra nutrients and support plant growth. If your soil is clay-heavy, we recommend mixing your native clay soil with equal parts of Pine Bark mulch to improve drainage and the overall breathability of your soil.

Place Your Plant

Examine the roots. If they appear tightly bound, gently coax them apart; this ensures they can spread into the new soil. Place your plant in the hole so the top of the rootball is even with the surrounding soil—Backfill around it with the amended soil mixture. The roots need access to oxygen for your plant to thrive, so do not cover the rootball; place soil around it.

Mulch Your Plants

Top the soil beneath your plant with 3-4 inches of mulch to help it retain moisture. Be careful not to cover the rootball - your new plants roots need access to oxygen.

Water Your Plant

Soak the plant with a hose afterward to hydrate the plant, as well as get the soil and mulch situated. Develop a regular watering schedule based on your plant's needs and local weather patterns. Remember, over watering is just as, if not more, harmful than under watering.

Spacing Recommendations

Spacing Your Wavy Leaf Ligustrum

Plant Your Wavy Leaf Ligustrum 4-6 feet apart for a seamless planting. For space between plantings, plant them 6-8+ feet apart.

Scientific Name

Ligustrum japonicum 'Recurvifolium'
Hardiness Zone

7, 8, 9, 10
Sun Exposure

Full Sun to Part Shade
Evergreen or Deciduous

Evergreen
Features

Aromatic, Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Fast Growth, Flowering
Feature Color

Green
Uses

Hedge, Privacy Planting
Water Needs

Medium
Bloom Season

Summer

Growing Zones : 7, 8, 9, and 10

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