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Vicary Golden Privet

Ligustrum x vicaryi

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Privet

Vicary Golden Privet is a fast-growing shrub with vibrant golden leaves, perfect for hedges and borders.

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Mature Height: 4-6 feet
Mature Width: 4-6 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 5-8
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Fast
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Vicary Golden Privet is a vibrant shrub known for its striking golden-yellow foliage. It adds a cheerful touch to gardens and landscapes, thriving in various conditions. This hardy plant is perfect for hedges or as a standalone feature, providing year-round interest with its colorful leaves.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, adaptable to various pH levels, and tolerates drought once established.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

hedgeborderfoundation planting

Special Features

Bright golden foliagefast growthand dense habit.

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for creating privacy screens or as a colorful accent in landscapes. Prune regularly to maintain shape.

Maintenance Notes

Moderate

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vicary Golden Privet a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

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