Forestiera acuminata, known as eastern swamp privet, is a deciduous shrub or small tree in the Oleaceae family. It thrives in full sun and prefers a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for hedging and erosion control. This cultivar is of interest in spring and summer and can be propagated by cuttings or seed.

Eastern swamp privet (Forestiera acuminata) is a hardy deciduous shrub ideal for hedging and erosion control, flowering in spring and summer.

Forestiera acuminata

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