Green Privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium) – Fast-Growing, Semi-Evergreen Hedging for Reliable Privacy & Classic Structure
The Green Privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium) is a timeless, semi-evergreen hedging shrub known for its vigorous growth, dense foliage, and versatile nature. With its classic green leaves and strong branching habit, this traditional hedging plant creates an effective screen or boundary in a wide range of garden settings. Resilient, fast to establish, and easy to maintain, Green Privet is a popular choice for both formal and informal hedges, offering practical privacy with an elegant, understated aesthetic.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring: Fresh green leaves emerge rapidly, filling out the hedge with renewed lushness.
Summer: Rich green foliage remains full and dense; clusters of small white flowers may appear, attracting pollinators.
Autumn: Maintains vibrant leaf colour as temperatures cool; berries may form if flowers are pollinated.
Winter: Semi-evergreen – holds leaves in milder winters; retains shape and structure even if partially bare.
Structure & Form
Height & Spread: Grows up to 4m tall and wide if unpruned; easily kept at 1.5–2m for hedging.
Dense, Upright Growth: Naturally bushy with a strong framework for a full, structured hedge.
Classic Green Foliage: Smooth, oval leaves in deep green form a tidy, refined backdrop.
Fast-Growing: Quickly fills in for new hedges or gaps in existing boundaries.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
Privacy Screens & Boundaries – Forms a dense, reliable barrier for gardens, paths, and streets.
Formal & Informal Hedges – Can be tightly clipped or left softer for a more relaxed look.
Urban, Suburban & Rural Gardens – Extremely tolerant of pollution, wind, and varied conditions.
Low-Maintenance Screens – Requires little upkeep once established.
Classic & Modern Settings – Complements everything from traditional borders to minimalist designs.
Growing Conditions & Care
Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; adaptable to a range of light conditions.
Soil: Tolerates most soil types including chalk, clay, or dry soils; prefers well-drained ground.
Hardiness: Fully hardy; withstands frost, cold winds, and tough urban environments.
Maintenance: Responds well to regular pruning; clip once or twice a year to maintain shape and density.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
Why Choose Green Privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium)?
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Fast-growing for quick results and gap-filling in hedges or screens.
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Dense, leafy growth for year-round privacy and wind protection.
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Highly adaptable to soil, shade, and urban conditions.
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Semi-evergreen for continued structure through winter.
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Easy to prune and shape to fit formal or relaxed garden styles.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Golden Privet – Alternate for visual contrast and colour variation.
Hornbeam or Beech – Combine with deciduous hedges for layered seasonal interest.
Perennials & Grasses – Underplant with soft textures for a refined base.
The Green Privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium) remains one of the most reliable, adaptable, and easy-care choices for privacy hedging. Whether you’re creating a new boundary, filling in gaps, or refreshing a formal garden layout, this classic shrub delivers structure, speed, and simplicity in one robust package.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
