Common Privet
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A deciduous shrub with dense, medium green foliage that provides excellent screening and seasonal interest. In late spring to early summer, it produces clusters of small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers that attract pollinators. Its upright, rounded growth habit makes it ideal for hedges, borders, or formal plantings.
This privet is valued for its fast growth, adaptability, and low maintenance. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It can be pruned to maintain shape or height and is commonly used for privacy screens and structured garden designs.
| Fall Colour | Yellow |
|---|---|
| Shape | Upright |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Latin Name | Ligustrum vulgare |
| Soil Conditions | Flexible |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Mature Height ** | 1.2 Meters - 4 Feet |
| Mature Width ** | 1.2 Meters - 4 Feet |
| Growth Rate | Quick Growing |
| Zone | 6 |
| Native | No |
** Maturity Heights and Widths are listed to show what this plant can grow to in warmer climates and over the course of centuries. For landscape purposes in Ontario, take this value at 50% for appropriate spacing in your garden for immediate install purposes / for the next 10-20 years.