Common Privet (Ligustrum Vulgare) is a perennial shrub in the Oleaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Ligustrum vulgare is a fast-growing, bushy, deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with lance-shaped, dark green leaves and panicles of small, white flowers.

Common Privet

Common Privet

Ligustrum Vulgare

Ligustrum vulgare is a fast-growing, bushy, deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with lance-shaped, dark green leaves and panicles of small, white flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, clay, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, screen, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Common Privet

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Oleaceae
Genus:Ligustrum