Product description
Ligustrum ovalifolium is commonly known as 'Green Privet' and is an extremely popular hedge that displays vibrant bright green foliage in spring/summer along with its white flowers. After the white flowers come its small, spherical, shiny black fruits that are perfect for wildlife. Ligustrum will often keep it's leaves all year round as long as the winter is not to hard, giving you the benefits of a colourful dense screen hedge throughout the year. Green Privet is well suited to urban and suburban areas as it is pollution tolerant.
Green Privet prefers well-drained chalky clay soil, however will do fine in any type of soil as long as you avoid very wet conditions. Ligustrum grows at around 1-2 feet per year but can be pruned to a manageable size.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
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Top Tip
Ligustrum responds well to pruning. Regular trimming helps maintain a compact, dense shape and encourages fuller growth.
How to Water
Water Ligustrum regularly, especially during dry periods. Ensure the soil is moist but not waterlogged. Once established, they are fairly drought-tolerant but benefit from consistent moisture for optimal growth.
How to Plant
For bare root Green Privet, choose a spot in full sun or partial shade and plant privet in moist, well-draining soil. Soak the roots while you dig a V-shaped trench, allowing plenty of space for the roots to spread out. You may wish to use a piece of string to ensure the trench is straight. Lightly trim the roots to promote fresh growth and position them in the trench, allowing 30-50cm between plants. It’s worth noting that plants spaced closer together will form a dense hedge quicker. Backfill the trench with soil and compost, firming down gently as you go, and water in well.
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