Ligustrum vulgare | Wild Privet

Description: We can combine multiple items for cheaper shipping. Ask for a invoice before checking out. Thank You all for your continued support!Ligustrum vulgare, commonly known as wild privet or common privet, is a deciduous shrub native to Europe and parts of Asia. This versatile and adaptable plant is known for its dense, bushy growth habit, featuring dark green, elliptical leaves and panicles of small, creamy-white, tubular flowers in late spring to early summer. These fragrant flowers give way to clusters of small, round, black berries that are attractive to birds. Wild privet can reach heights of 6 to 15 feet (1.8 to 4.5 meters) and is often used as a hedging plant or as part of mixed borders in gardens. It is valued for its ability to be pruned and shaped, making it a popular choice for creating formal hedges. Wild privet is also drought-tolerant and can thrive in a variety of soil conditions, making it a resilient and attractive addition to landscapes. Zones 4-9GerminationLigustrum vulgare, or common privet, can be propagated from seeds, and successful germination involves several steps. Many privet seeds have dormancy and benefit from a cold stratification period, typically lasting 2-3 months. Place the seeds in a plastic bag with slightly damp peat moss or vermiculite and store them in the refrigerator at temperatures around 32-41°F (0-5°C). Once stratification is complete, fill seed trays or pots with a well-draining potting mix, sow the seeds on the surface, and gently press them down as they require light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist and place the containers in an area with indirect sunlight. Germination may take several weeks to a few months. Once the seedlings are robust enough to handle, transplant them to their final location, ensuring proper spacing, and continue to provide care to nurture healthy Ligustrum vulgare plants.

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Location: San Francisco, California

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