2 Gal. Sunshine Ligustrum Privet Shrub with Golden-Yellow Foliage
- Salt- and drought-tolerant privet shrub grows in neutral soil
- Perennial plant resists deer and attracts butterflies
- Planted from spring to fall in containers or landscape hedges
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$3298
Product Overview
The Sunshine Ligustrum from the Southern Living Plant Collection completely reinvents the traditional Privet! It’s coveted for its vibrant golden-yellow, evergreen foliage. This is a true landscaping treasure, and once you know it, you’ll recognize it wherever you see it. New growth emerges as a delicate lime green, which does a phenomenal job of awakening the landscape from its winter slumber. This foliage will continuously intensify as spring turns into summer, at which point they will be a gleaming shade of gold. The more sunlight they get, the better. More sun produces more yellow leaves, while less sun results in more yellow-green foliage. This Ligustrum proves itself to be incredibly versatile. Its compact and upright form makes for a tremendous natural hedge, no pruning required!
- Ligustrum sinense
- 5 ft. - 7 ft. tall x 4 ft. - 6 ft. W
- Space 5 ft. - 6 ft. apart
- Full Sun to part shade
- USDA zones 6-10
- Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
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Product Overview
- Salt- and drought-tolerant privet shrub grows in neutral soil
- Perennial plant resists deer and attracts butterflies
- Planted from spring to fall in containers or landscape hedges
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| Ratings | (104) | (243) | (159) | (137) |
| Sun Tolerance | Full Sun | Full Sun | Full Sun | Full Sun |
| Mature Height (in.) | 18 | 54 in | 36 | 72 |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) | 5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) | 6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) | 10 (30 to 40 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
| Additional Characteristics | Deer Resistant,Drought Tolerant | Disease Resistant,Drought Tolerant,Insect Resistant | Deer Resistant,Disease Resistant,Drought Tolerant,Salt Tolerant | Attracts Butterflies,Deer Resistant,Drought Tolerant,Low Maintenance,Privacy,Salt Tolerant |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous | Deciduous | Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Common Name | Butterfly Bush | Barberry | Privet | Privet |
| Water Requirements | Twice a week | Once a week | Twice a week | When soil is dry |
| Annual / Perennial | Perennial | Perennial | Perennial | Perennial |
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| Brand | PROVEN WINNERS | Southern Living Plant Collection | Southern Living Plant Collection | SOUTHERN LIVING |
| Name | Lo and behold 'Blue Chip Jr.' Butterfly Bush (Buddleia) Live Shrub, Blue-Purple Flowers, 4.5 in. Qt. | 2.5 Qt. Orange Rocket Barberry, Live Deciduous Plant, Coral to Ruby Red Foliage | 2.5 Qt. Sunshine Ligustrum, Evergreen Shrub, Bright Golden-Yellow Foliage | 2 Gal. Sunshine Ligustrum Privet Shrub with Golden-Yellow Foliage |
| Price | $1579 | $1715 | $2396 | $3298 |
| Ratings | (104) | (243) | (159) | (137) |
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Specifications
Dimensions
Mature Height (in.)
72
Mature Width (in.)
60
Details
Additional Characteristics
Attracts Butterflies,Deer Resistant,Drought Tolerant,Low Maintenance,Privacy,Salt Tolerant
Annual / Perennial
Perennial
Average Shipping Height (in.)
14
Best Time to Plant
Year Round
Blossom Color
No Blossoms
Botanical Name
Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine' PP20379
Common Name
Privet
Evergreen or Deciduous
Evergreen
Fragrance
Fragrant
Granular (Yes/No)
No
Growth Habit
Upright
Hardiness Zone
10 (30 to 40 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F)
Number of plants included (Pack-Size)
1
Optimal Soil Condition
Neutral
Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.)
24
Returnable
180-Day
Shipped As
Container
Sun Tolerance
Full Sun
Water Requirements
When soil is dry
Wildlife Attracted
Bees,Birds,Butterflies,Pollinators
Wildlife Deterred
No Wildlife Deterred
Questions & Answers
8Questions10Answers
why do you refer to plant as an annual and then as a perennial?
Asked by doge49 October 31, 20201
AnswerThis plant is a perennial/evergreen- year round interest
Hi, I received my two plants yesterday, they look nice and healthy, thank you. I chose not to wat...
Asked by Sasha October 22, 20200
Answershow quick does this grow (how much does it grow a year)?
Asked by cb September 15, 20201
AnswerFast grower- 6-10 inches a year
What height and width is this when it is received and will it thrive in New York's Long Island?
Asked by London July 15, 20202
Answers2/3 were great, one is pretty close to being considered dead.
are they safe for dogs
Asked by smokefree May 10, 20202
AnswersI believe they are poisonous for dogs.
Can 1 plant be split
Asked by CMA May 2, 20201
AnswerNo
When ordering on line and having them delivered to my home,is there a 1 year guarantee as in the ...
Asked by Mrgooch March 11, 20202
AnswersMy question is.If the plant dies within 1 year is it refundable upon return?
does the sunshine Ligustrum drop its leased?
Asked by mot March 6, 20201
AnswerDear Valued Home Depot Customer, We have reached out to the manufacturer and their reply is, It is semi deciduous through zone 7
Customer Reviews
Overall Ratings
Substantial variation in plants purchased online vs in-store. Cannot recommend
November 17, 2020
Our family installed a row of Sunshine Ligustrums this summer and were very satisfied with the plants bought in store. Another family member had to order one of the plants online since we bought all available in-store. The plant we received online appears similar in a broad sense so far as being a yellow/green shrub, however, it is vastly different to the in-store purchased ones in terms of genetic physical attributes that are unchangeable (e.g. muted foliage coloring, small leaves, stringy low density foliage). To summarize, the plants bought in-store have larger and denser foliage with a striking combination of yellow and green. The online plant has small foliage that is not near as dense and the coloring is low contrast pastel yellow and green. Attached with this post are pictures of the two (looks even more different in person). I'm wondering what to do about this. We verified that the correct product was ordered online and the plant tag was correct.
I planted them in a container on my deck. So...
November 10, 2020
I planted them in a container on my deck. So far so good. The plants arrived in good condition and are still looking healthy
I received 4 of this plant in two separate orders. The first two looked great. The second two co...
June 5, 2020
I received 4 of this plant in two separate orders. The first two looked great. The second two couldn’t be any smaller. Very disappointed.
Excellent Quality Plants
May 7, 2020
I was a bit hesitant at the idea of buying plants online, but with no luck finding them in any stores or at the local greenhouses, I figured I would give it a shot. I ordered 4 of these on Saturday and they were waiting on my porch when I got off work on Wednesday. They were packed very neatly and securely and were every bit as good as I had hoped for. Foliage was bright and yellow and appeared to be very healthy. I would not hesitate buying more plants again from Home Depot. 100% satisfied
super pretty shrub with various colors.
May 1, 2020
super pretty shrub with various colors.
Rating provided by a verified purchaser...
November 27, 2020
Rating provided by a verified purchaser
November 26, 2020
The plants are beautiful and easy to grow. I...
November 26, 2020
The plants are beautiful and easy to grow. I have only had them planted about a month and can't wait until next summer and see the rich yellow leaves!
My four plants of sunshine Ligustrum shrubs
arrived healthy and...
November 26, 2020
My four plants of sunshine Ligustrum shrubs
arrived healthy and are doing great. I get lots of compliments on them
Not filling in or growing quickly...
November 25, 2020
Not filling in or growing quickly
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