Ligustrum luc. 'Excelsum superbum' Summer remaining well after leaf fall

remaining well after leaf fall

One of the few magnolias which grows well as a single-trunked tree

Mid green in summer

Slow to moderate growth rate

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

Ligustrum luc. 'Excelsum superbum' Summer remaining well after leaf fallSmall 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.