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When should I fertilize my privet hedge?

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How to Fertilize Privet
  1. Add aged compost to the soil when planting your privet shrubs, mixing approximately 3 inches of compost into the top 1 foot of soil.
  2. Apply a 15-5-10 fertilizer to the soil around your privet shrubs in early spring or mid-fall when the privet shrubs aren't producing new, green shoots.


Similarly, when should I fertilize my hedge?

Trees and shrubs should be fertilized in early spring, and a light fertilizer application can be made in early summer if conditions are conducive to plant growth (that is, reasonable temperatures and soil moisture). Avoid fertilizing trees and shrubs stressed by drought during the summer months.

Secondly, how can I make my privet hedge grow faster? Plants are fast-growing and appreciate a good soil and a sprinkling of bonemeal to get them going. Dunk the bare root plants in a bucket of water while working out the spacing. For a long hedge it's often quicker to dig out a planting trench than make individual holes.

Furthermore, should I feed my privet hedge?

Technically, privets are very tolerant of many soil types and do not require fertilization the way that other shrubs need constant feeding. However, you can apply fertilizer once a year in the spring when new growth begins if you notice your privet hedge looks pale in color or if you want to speed up its growth rate.

How do you fertilize Ligustrum hedges?

Fertilize ligustrum plants in early spring and again in late summer or fall. You can also fertilize in summer if the plants are growing rapidly or appear to need another feeding. Use 0.7 pounds of 15-5-10 or 15-5-15 fertilizer for each 100 square feet.

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What is the best fertilizer for privet hedge?

Apply a 15-5-10 fertilizer to the soil around your privet shrubs in early spring or mid-fall when the privet shrubs aren't producing new, green shoots. Use the fertilizer according to the manufacturer-specific guidelines.

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What is a good fertilizer for hedges?

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How far can you cut back hedges?

Deciduous, formal hedges (those pruned to a definite size and shape), such as privets, that become open and leggy also can be rejuvenated by pruning them back to within 4 to 6 inches of the ground in late winter/early spring.

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What is the best fertilizer for evergreen shrubs?

A “complete” fertilizer — one that supplies the macronutrients nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) — is often recommended. A fertilizer analysis of 10-8-15 means the fertilizer has 10 percent nitrogen, 8 percent phosphorous, and 15 percent potassium.

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How much water do cedar hedges need?

One of the of the most important things you can do for your shrubs is to water them properly. If the weather is hot or dry, you should water your cedar hedges at least once a week, for over an hour or so.

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How do you care for a privet hedge?

How to Care for a Privet Hedge
  1. Water recently planted privet hedges regularly to keep their soil evenly moist until they are established.
  2. Prune your privet hedge annually in the early fall to control its size and shape or to remove any discolored, damaged or dead branches or foliage.

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What's the best thing to feed laurel hedges?

Most shrubs including your Laurel and Privet will be happy with a general fertiliser. I feed Hebe hedging by scattering some chicken manure pellets around the base of the plants, in fact I use these all round my garden now including my roses. You could also use blood, fish and bone as an alternative.

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When should a privet hedge be cut back?

Privet hedges. Privet should be trimmed at least twice a year, from May to August. The more you cut it, the more it forms a dense, even hedge and the easier it is to keep it to the same size. If necessary, prune it hard in April to reduce the size of the hedge.

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When should a privet hedge be pruned?

Every time your privets put on a foot of new growth, trim them back 6 inches. But stop pruning in late summer to avoid encouraging fall growth that may be damaged by cold. Even if a formal hedge is planned, prune each stem individually while privets are young and avoid shearing until their third season.

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How often should I water my hedges?

The general rule of thumb when it comes to watering is to thoroughly water your plants a few times a week rather than little and often. Newly planted hedges require more watering than established hedges and you should increase or decrease your watering regime to reflect the weather conditions.

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Will privet hedge grow back?

Privet is tough as old boots and can definitely tolerate hard pruning. Ideally cut back one side of the hedge one year, then the other side one or two years later to retain the screening effect and give the plant the best chance of recovery.

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Why is my privet hedge not growing?

Strong pruning leads to strong growth and weak pruning to weak growth. Also, if strong plants are right next to the privet hedge, they could be harmed by their shade or root pressure. But it is really hard to find the reason without having seen the plants.

Crispo Sauberlich

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How long does a privet hedge live?

The general symptoms of this privet hedge's disease include:
Slow, but steady death of the plant in the span of 2 to 3 years, costing you about a metre or two of the hedge in an annual loss.

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How quickly does a privet hedge grow?

Ligustrum ovalifolium has an average to fast-growth rate, achieving about 40-60cm a year. The final height of this hedge plant can be easily maintained between 1-4m, providing a manageable, neat hedge for your garden.

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How far apart do you plant a privet hedge?

Normally evergreen but may loose leaves in very cold winters. HEDGE Trim as necessary. For hedges 3-12ft (0.9-3.7m). Plant 12-15ins (30-38cm) apart or for a denser hedge plant in a staggered double row with 15ins (38cm) between rows and 18ins (45cm) between plants.

Jinfen Mancino

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How tall will a privet hedge grow?

amurense): Hardy in zones 3 to 6, it grows 12 to 15 feet tall, with a spread of 8 to 15 feet. Japanese or "wax" privet (L. japonicum): Hardy in zones 7 to 10, it grows 6 to 12 feet tall, with a spread of 6 to 8 feet and has fragrant flowers.

Herena Nikel

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Does privet hedge need sun?

Light Requirements
Privets are adapted to both sun and shade. They do not do well in very deep shade, so plant them where they receive at least some sunlight throughout the day. When growing them as hedges underneath larger trees or shrubs, position them so they receive at least dappled sunlight.