Ligustrum ovalifolium aka Garden Privet

Ligustrum ovalifolium, commonly known as Korean privet, California privet, garden privet, or oval-leaved privet, is a vigorous, semi-evergreen shrub native to Japan and Korea. It can reach a height of 3m and has golden yellow, oval-shaped leaves. In June and July, it produces small white flowers in pointed clusters that attract bees. During autumn, round black berry fruits are formed. This dense and fast-growing shrub can grow up to 10-15 feet tall and wide. Its thick, fleshy leaves are green on the top and greenish-yellow underneath. The midsummer blooms have a pungent fragrance, disliked by some, and are borne in panicles. The flowers have four curled-back petals and two high stamens with yellow or red anthers. Fruiting in clusters, the small purple to black drupes are poisonous to humans but are consumed by many birds. Overall, Ligustrum ovalifolium is a versatile plant that offers attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and abundant fruits.