Name: Ligustrum japonicum (Japanese Wax Leaf Privet)

Average Landscape Size: 6–10 ft tall × 4–6 ft wide; can reach 12 ft if unpruned; upright, dense habit

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; very adaptable

Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–10; evergreen and hardy in Willis winters

Fertilization & Pruning: Balanced fertilizer in spring; prune anytime to maintain shape

Detailed Description: This Wax Leaf Ligustrum is the ultimate hedge plant with gorgeous glossy, dark green leaves that look polished year-round! At 6 to 10 feet tall, it's perfect for privacy hedges, foundation plantings, or anywhere you need reliable evergreen structure. Here in Willis, it's incredibly tough and drought tolerant once established. Those glossy leaves always look clean and fresh, and it takes pruning beautifully. Perfect for creating that formal, manicured landscape look with minimal maintenance!