Oval Leaf Privet

Dense clusters of white flowers in July and August followed by shiny, spherical, black fruit and oval, rich-green leaves. This vigorous oval leaf privet makes an excellent, pollution-tolerant hedge for an urban or suburban site. Thriving in sun or shade, the lustrous, dark green foliage provides an evergreen backdrop for ornamental and feature plants.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: any well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growing Flowering period: July and August Flower colour: whiteOther features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingestedHardiness: fully hardyTo find out more about how to plant a hedge, click hereGarden care: Plants grown as free-standing specimens require minimal pruning - where necessary remove any misplaced or diseased branches in late-winter or early spring. Trim hedging plants twice yearly - in May and August. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost or manure around the base of the plant.Goes well with: Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea', Choisya ternata, Cotinus coggygria 'Purpureus', Euphorbia palustris, Eranthis hyemalis, Narcissus 'February Gold'.
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