different types of ligustrum shrubs
Regal Border Privet (Ligustrum obtusifolium). The most common variety of privet, the regal border privet has deep, dark green, glossy foliage. It is the easiest of the privet shrubs to maintain, prune and grow. The regal border privet grows to be 12 to 15 feet in height but is usually on the smaller side of that range. They prefer full sun to partial shade and like moist but well drained soil.
Glossy Privet (Ligustrum lucidum). Mature Height/Spread: This evergreen tree will reach 35 to 40 feet, but can be kept lower as a big shrub. The spread is about 5 to 10 feet. The leaves are 4 to 6 inches long, glossy dark green on both sides and less spongy than the leaves of Japanese privet.
Japanese Privet (Ligustrum japonicum). Mature Height/Spread: This is an evergreen shrub with a compact growth habit to 10 feet high and 5 to 6 feet wide. The foliage is 2 to 4 inches long and rather leathery.