Ligustrum Bonsai Care

Last Updated on Thursday, 30 July 2009 10:59 Written by Greg Gould (Bonsai Ninja!) Tuesday, 10 March 2009 20:40

Ligustrum - 

General Information: Ligustrum, or Privet are found in many species and cultivars with a diversity of leaf colors, leaf forms and growth habits. All are tolerant of heavy pruning. The white flowers are attractive during late spring and early summer.

Family: Oleaceae

Lighting: Part shade to full sun sun

Temperature: Zones 7 - 11.

Watering: Adequate water to keep from drying out and remaining dry.

Feeding: General purpose fertilizer.

Pruning and wiring: Branching can be encouraged by pinching the stems.

Propagation: Cuttings, grafting and seeds.

Repotting: The tree needs annual repotting. Not particular about the type of soil, however it should be well drained.

Pests and diseases: Aphids, scale, white fly and spider mites. Diseases include leaf spot and root rot.