Green Privet Hedge Root Ball 150-175cm Ligustrum Ovalifolium

Green Privet Hedge (Ligustrum Ovalifolium) 150-175cm Root Ball offers fast-growing, dense privacy screening ideal for UK gardens. This semi-evergreen hedge is noted for oval glossy green leaves, summer white flowers attracting pollinators, and urban air-filtering abilities.

Specifications

• Height supplied: 150-175cm (measured from root ball base)
• Type: Root ball (field grown, bare-rooted in soil ball)
• Foliage: Semi-evergreen, dense growth
• Growing rate: Up to 40-60cm per year with suitable care
• Flowering: Clusters of white flowers, July-August

Advantages of Root Ball Privets

• Lower transplant shock versus container-grown plants
• Establishes quickly in autumn and winter planting seasons
• Economical choice for larger hedges

Maintenance & Care

• Suitable for sun or partial shade
• Thrives in most well-drained soils (avoid waterlogged sites)
• Annual light trimming maintains neat shape
• Resilient to urban pollution

Wildlife Benefits

• Attracts bees and butterflies with summer flowers
• Berries support birds and small mammals

FAQs

Is Green Privet good for privacy in suburban gardens?
Yes; its dense foliage forms a visual and sound barrier year-round.
How tall does Ligustrum ovalifolium grow?
Typically matures at 4-6m if untrimmed. Annual trimmed hedges maintained at 1-3m.
Do Privet root balls require special care?
Water regularly after planting until established; mulch to conserve moisture.
Is Privet evergreen and low-maintenance?
Semi-evergreen in most UK climates with minimal annual trimming.
Which hedge is better for wildlife, privet or laurel?
Privet is superior for bees and butterflies due to its summer blooms.