1. Plural of ligustrum; shrubs or small trees of the olive family, commonly grown as ornamental hedges and known for their small white flowers and dark berries.
Usage: Chiefly used in horticulture and landscaping contexts.; Often cultivated as hedge plants in temperate regions.

Examples

• The gardener planted several ligustrums along the property line to create a natural fence.
• Ligustrums are popular choices for formal hedges because they respond well to pruning.
• In spring, the ligustrums in our yard are covered with fragrant white blossoms.
• Many homeowners prefer ligustrums for their low maintenance and dense foliage.
• The birds were attracted to the dark berries that formed on the ligustrums after flowering.