Ligustrum Ovalifolium Green Privet 15 Litre Pot 175/200cm

Green Privet Hedging – Dense, Hardy, and Easy to Maintain

Ligustrum ovalifolium, commonly known as Green Privet, is a versatile and fast‑growing semi‑evergreen hedge, widely valued for its dense foliage and ability to create neat, formal boundaries. Its small, oval, mid‑green leaves remain on the plant for most of the year, often holding well through mild winters, providing year‑round structure and privacy.

Seasonal Appeal

• Spring & Summer: Fresh green foliage bursts into life, with clusters of small, fragrant white flowers appearing in early summer, attracting bees and other pollinators.

• Autumn & Winter: Retains much of its foliage, ensuring screening even in the colder months. Occasionally produces small black berries, adding extra seasonal interest.

Growth & Habit

• Height: 3–4 m if left untrimmed.

• Spread: 2–3 m.

• Growth Rate: Fast; 30–60 cm per year.

• Habit: Upright, bushy, and densely branched.

Ideal for

• Formal Hedges: Responds exceptionally well to regular pruning, allowing for crisp, tidy shapes.

• Privacy Screens: Effective at reducing noise and wind while providing a natural barrier.

• Urban & Rural Gardens: Tolerant of pollution, coastal winds, and a range of soils.

Growing Conditions

• Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.

• Soil: Adaptable, tolerating most well‑drained soils, including chalk and clay.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK.

• Maintenance: Trim 2–3 times a year during the growing season to encourage dense, even growth. Water well until established.

Why Choose Green Privet Hedging?

• Fast‑establishing and low‑maintenance

• Excellent year‑round coverage

• Attractive flowers and occasional berries

• Perfect for formal and informal garden styles

Green Privet Hedging is an ideal choice for those seeking a resilient, quick‑growing screen that stays lush and green for most of the year. Its adaptability and ease of care make it one of the most reliable and popular hedging plants for UK gardens.

Ligustrum Ovalifolium Green Privet 15 Litre Pot 175/200cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Midsummer White Semi-evergreen

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.