Ligustrum luc. 'Excelsum superbum' Summer whilst retaining its distinctive herringbone-structured

whilst retaining its distinctive herringbone-structured branches

but also does do well in partial shade

Tolerant of clay but dislikes alkaline or chalky soils

It takes its name from holm

dark green leaves are evergreen

Ligustrum luc. 'Excelsum superbum' Summer whilst retaining its distinctive herringbone-structuredSmall evergreen to semi evergreen tree with glossy, ovate leaves mottled with light green and edged with creamy yellow. Flowers with cream coloured panicles in late summer followed by black fruits in autumn. Severe stomach upset if ingested. Grows well in semi shade or full sun. Hardy,and usually evergreen, however leaves may drop below 10C.