Ligustrum jonandrum ( syn delavayanum ) Quarter Standard

Ligustrum jonandrum — Quarter Standard

Refined, compact, and impeccably presented, Ligustrum jonandrum — also known as Ligustrum delavayanum or Yunnan Privet — is a small-leaved evergreen privet that takes exceptionally well to clipping and shaping. Supplied here as a neatly trimmed quarter standard, it offers an instant topiary focal point with a clean stem and a dense, rounded head that holds its form beautifully throughout the year.

Its small, glossy dark green leaves give it a finer, more refined texture than common privet, making it a popular choice among garden designers seeking an elegant, low-maintenance evergreen standard for pots, formal borders, and entranceway planting.

Why Choose Ligustrum jonandrum Quarter Standard?

• Small, glossy dark green leaves — a finer, more refined texture than common privet
• Dense, rounded topiary head — holds its shape well with minimal clipping
• Quarter standard form — ideal for containers, pots, formal beds, and entranceways
• Evergreen in sheltered positions — provides year-round structure and winter interest
• Fragrant white flowers in summer when left untrimmed — attractive to pollinators
• Low maintenance and long-lived — a reliable evergreen topiary specimen

Growing Conditions

Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, fertile soil. Benefits from a sheltered position, particularly in colder or more exposed gardens. Trim once or twice a year in late spring and late summer to maintain a crisp, neat head. In containers, feed regularly through the growing season and ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.