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Japanese Privet (Ligustrum japonicum) growing in South Florida
FLEPPC FLEPPC Category IGrade Florida #1

Japanese Privet — South Florida Plant Guide

Ligustrum japonicum

Family: Oleaceae · Shrub

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Requisitos de Agua

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Japanese Privet is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season. Good drought tolerance once established. Reliable in South Florida's varied soil conditions.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release.

Schedule: February and September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
820 ft
Ancho Maduro
615 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
fast
Demanda de Agua
3/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
7, 8, 9, 10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
FLEPPC Category I
Calificación Iguana
6/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Japanese Privet grow in South Florida?

Japanese Privet has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Japanese Privet safe for pets?

Japanese Privet is not safe for pets. Ligustrum berries and leaves are mildly toxic to dogs and cats. Disclose to pet owners.

How much water does Japanese Privet need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Japanese Privet is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Japanese Privet tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Japanese Privet has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Japanese Privet available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Japanese Privet is classified as: allowed. Legal to plant.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Legal to plant. FLEPPC Category 1 INVASIVE.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Legal to plant. FLEPPC Category 1.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Legal to plant. FLEPPC Category 1.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Legal. FLEPPC Category 1.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Legal. FLEPPC Category 1 concern near Keys conservation areas.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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