Southern Living? Sunshine Ligustrum Shrub - Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine'

Southern Living® Sunshine Ligustrum Shrub (Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine')

The Sunshine Ligustrum is a vibrant, low-maintenance evergreen shrub that delivers eye-catching foliage color throughout every season. From chartreuse spring growth to golden-yellow summer leaves and orange-tinged winter tones, this hybrid privet brings dynamic visual interest to any landscape. Buy Southern Living® Sunshine Ligustrum online to add a trouble-free specimen to your garden that thrives in challenging climates.

Landscaping Uses

This compact shrub works beautifully as a living hedge along driveways, pathways, and property lines. Plant it in curved arrangements or formal patterns to create striking focal points in garden beds. Its natural bullet shape and soft, upright branching make it equally attractive as a specimen plant or massed grouping, and it requires minimal pruning to maintain its tidy appearance.

Specifications

Height: Up to 4 feet
Width: 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Low water needs once established
Soil: Adapts to nearly any soil type
USDA Zones: 7–11

Why Homeowners Love It

• Four-season color display without seasonal allergies—this hybrid doesn't flower or spread pollen
• Naturally deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established
• Lifespan of 30+ years with virtually no maintenance required
• Clean, non-invasive growth habit that won't overwhelm your garden

Planting & Care

Choose a location with full sun for the most vibrant color display, though the Sunshine Ligustrum adapts well to partial shade. Dig a hole as deep as your plant's root ball and twice as wide, then backfill with native soil—no amendments needed. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once settled, this shrub requires minimal watering except during extended dry periods. Prune lightly in spring if desired, or let it grow naturally into its compact, rounded form.