Ligustrum luc. 'Excelsum superbum' Summer Plant in a sheltered location

Plant in a sheltered location away from strong winds

whilst retaining its distinctive herringbone-structured branches

Rootstock: Prunus cerasifera

and only females produces berries - and even then only when in proximity of male plants

Ligustrum luc. 'Excelsum superbum' Summer Plant in a sheltered locationSmall evergreen to semi evergreen tree with glossy, ovate leaves mottled with light green and edged with creamy yellow. Flowers with cream coloured panicles in late summer followed by black fruits in autumn. Severe stomach upset if ingested. Grows well in semi shade or full sun. Hardy,and usually evergreen, however leaves may drop below 10C.