Ligustrum ‘Lemon, Lime & Clippers’
A colourful, fast-growing hedge plant perfect for Toowoomba gardens
Ligustrum ‘Lemon, Lime & Clippers’ is a striking modern privet variety prized for its vibrant, variegated foliage, dense growth habit, and excellent clipping response. With fresh shades of lemon yellow, lime green and soft cream throughout the year, this Ligustrum brings brightness and structure to gardens across Toowoomba and the Darling Downs.
Ideal for formal hedges, privacy screens, borders and feature plantings, this variety has been specifically selected for its ability to be shaped easily while maintaining strong colour contrast. It performs exceptionally well in Toowoomba’s warm summers and cool winters, making it a reliable, low-maintenance choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.
Available now at True Blue Garden Centre, Toowoomba, Ligustrum ‘Lemon, Lime & Clippers’ is a standout option when you want fast coverage without sacrificing visual appeal.
Why choose Ligustrum ‘Lemon, Lime & Clippers’?
Bright lemon, lime and cream variegated foliage
Fast-growing and ideal for quick privacy
Responds exceptionally well to regular clipping
Dense habit for neat, formal hedges
Hardy and adaptable to Toowoomba conditions
Suitable for hedging, screening or feature use
Ideal growing conditions
Position:
Thrives in full sun to part shade. Full sun encourages the strongest foliage colour, while part shade is suitable in hotter Toowoomba summers.
Soil:
Grows best in well-drained soil, though it adapts well to most garden soils common across the Darling Downs. Improve heavy clay with organic matter before planting.
Water:
Water regularly while establishing. Once established, Ligustrum ‘Lemon, Lime & Clippers’ is moderately drought-tolerant, though consistent watering will promote faster growth and denser foliage.
Climate suitability:
Well suited to Toowoomba’s temperate climate, handling both summer heat and light frosts with ease.
Growth habit & maintenance
Ligustrum ‘Lemon, Lime & Clippers’ is a vigorous grower, typically reaching 2-3 metres tall and 1.5-2 metres wide, depending on pruning.
Clip lightly and often for a tight, formal hedge
Can be shaped into low hedges, tall screens or structured topiary
Responds well to rejuvenation pruning if required
Feed with a quality slow-release fertiliser in spring and summer for best colour and growth
This variety is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting a polished look with minimal effort.
Landscaping uses
Formal and informal hedging
Fast privacy screens
Boundary plantings
Commercial and residential landscapes
Bright contrast against darker green plants
Its colourful foliage pairs beautifully with darker hedging plants and modern garden designs.
Why buy from True Blue Garden Centre, Toowoomba?
At True Blue Garden Centre, we carefully select plants that perform reliably in local Toowoomba conditions. Our Ligustrum ‘Lemon, Lime & Clippers’ plants are grown for strength, health and garden success, and our experienced team is always happy to offer local planting and care advice.
Visit us in store or order online with confidence, knowing you’re choosing plants suited to the Darling Downs climate.
