Sunshine Ligustrum
Sunshine Ligustrum (Ligustrum sinense ‘Sunshine’) is a versatile, low-maintenance shrub that brings vibrant golden-yellow color to your landscape all year round. This evergreen shrub is perfect for creating a striking hedge, providing structure in mixed borders, or adding a bright accent to garden beds. Unlike other privet varieties, Sunshine Ligustrum is non-invasive, making it an ideal choice for responsible landscaping. Its dense foliage and compact form reach a height of 3 to 6 feet, making it an attractive option for both privacy screens and standalone specimens.
This stunning Ligustrum variety thrives in full sun, where it develops its signature golden hues without the need for flowers. Sunshine Ligustrum is deer-resistant, drought-tolerant once established, and well-suited to a variety of soil conditions, making it easy to grow in different garden settings. Its bright, sunshine-like foliage adds year-round interest and pairs well with dark green evergreens, ornamental grasses, or flowering perennials for an eye-catching contrast. Whether you’re aiming to brighten a foundation planting or create a cheerful garden border, Sunshine Ligustrum is a perfect fit.
Low-maintenance gardeners will appreciate how easy it is to care for Sunshine Ligustrum. It requires little pruning, although light trimming can help maintain its shape and encourage denser growth if desired. This shrub also has excellent resistance to pests and diseases, making it an ideal choice for a low-effort yet high-impact addition to your landscape. With its vivid color, reliable performance, and excellent adaptability, Sunshine Ligustrum brings both beauty and function to any garden design.
