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Privet (Hedging)Ligustrum ovalifolium

Hardy Shrub

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64% (10 Reviews)

Easy to grow, tolerant of pollution and drought resistant

Fast-growing, easy to trim and maintain

Generally untroubled by pests and diseases

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1 bare root hedging plant (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height)

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50 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height)

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250 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height)

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1000 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height)

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Please note: This product cannot be delivered outside the United Kingdom.

Plant Size Height Up to 400cm (157.5in)
Spread Up to 400cm (157.5in)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Ideal For hedgeslow maintenance gardenwoodland garden

Position In Sun or semi shade

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A popular choice for hedging in the UK; Privet is easy to grow, tolerant of pollution and drought resistant. Hedges can last many years, are fast-growing, easy to trim and maintain, and are generally untroubled by pests and diseases. Ligustrum ovalifolium is ideal for any size of garden, in sun or deep shade, and makes a neat and tidy hedge of any shape. Plants will produce clusters of white flowers, but this is unlikely if hedges are trimmed regularly. Height: 4m (13'). Spread: 4m (13'). Planting distance: 30cm (12"). (4 plants per metre for a single line hedge).

While Ligustrum are usually evergreen plants, staying in leaf through winter, severe cold temperatures can cause them to drop some or all of their leaves. This is a natural reaction and causes no permanent damage even when specimens lose all their leaves. New growth comes back quickly in spring.

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100 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (KC1998)
50 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (T74576P)
1000 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (T74567P)
500 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (T74566P)
250 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (T74565P)
10 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (KC1958)
25 bare root hedging plants (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (KB0043)
1 bare root hedging plant (Supplied 60-90cm (24-35in) in height) (70285)

How to Grow

Grow Privet in any well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Plants will tolerate a wide range of soils, from sand to chalk and clay, and areas of pollution.

These plants are lifted from the nursery field when dormant, and sent to you in late autumn or spring for planting. They often look dead on arrival, but they are just resting in the dormant period and will establish quickly for a strong start in the garden come spring. Set out in prepared soil in holes wide enough and deep enough to lay out the roots. Tread down the planting soil to knock out air pockets. Water well to settle. Apply a mulch to protect roots from cold temperatures. If conditions prevent immediate planting, set roughly into loose soil or a pot of compost (‘heeling in’) to protect the roots. Set these at the same level as they were in the nursery field – you should see a soil line at the base of the stem. Stake trees, taller shrubs and roses to prevent root disturbance.

More Info

Ligustrum can be grown as a free-standing shrub or trained as a hedge. Free-standing shrubs will require minimal pruning; simply removed any dead, damaged or diseased growth each spring. Trim hedges in May and again in August. After pruning, mulch plants with 5cm (2") of well-rotted compost or manure around the base of the plants.

Delivery

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

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