Is Ligustrum vulgare invasive?

European privet: Ligustrum vulgare (Scrophulariales: Oleaceae): Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States. Ligustrum vulgare L. Ligustrum vulgare is a semi-evergreen shrub or small tree that grows to 20 ft. (6.1 m) in height.

Is Ligustrum vulgare fast growing?

Growth rate of wild privet hedge plants Ligustrum vulgare has an average growth rate of 20-40cm per year and can be maintained at 1-4m.

How tall does a Cheyenne privet get?

8 – 10 feet
PLANT HIGHLIGHTS

Can you eat Ligustrum vulgare?

The berries are poisonous to humans but readily eaten by thrushes, which disperse the seeds in their droppings. Plants from the warmer parts of the range show a stronger tendency to be fully evergreen; these have sometimes been treated as a separate variety Ligustrum vulgare var.

How tall does a Ligustrum vulgare shrub grow?

Ligustrum vulgare, called common privet, European privet or wild privet, is a fast-growing, deciduous (semi-evergreen in mild winter climates) shrub that typically grows 10-15’ tall and as wide.

When do Ligustrum Cheyenne privets start to bloom?

It boasts dark green foliage throughout the season that contrasts beautifully with the white blooms. The fragrant flowers will attract visitors of all kinds to your garden, including butterflies. The flowers give way to round ripe fruit in the fall that persist through the winter months.

What kind of plant is a Cheyenne privet?

The Cheyenne Privet is a fast-growing, hardy privet that can be pruned to any shape. It’s perfect for your garden as a background plant or grow it as a trimmed hedge.

When is the best time to trim Ligustrum vulgare?

Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Tolerant of a wide range of soils, except wet ones. Tolerant of urban conditions. Prune as needed immediately after flowering. If flowering is not a consideration, prune in spring. Hedges are commonly trimmed 1-2 times in summer.