Ligustrum can be decidous or evergreen shrubs or small trees, with simple foliage and clusters of small, pungent white flowers from spring to summer, followed by black or deep purple berries. Compact in habit, delavayanum, has dark green leaves that are easily maintained by trimming to maintain shape. Excellent for patio pots or flanking an entranceway. An extremely hardy plant that will thrive in sun to semi-shade.