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- Q.Tall Privettes (15 ‘) Not Pruned In Decades Previously Blocked From Sun. How Do We Restore. Charlotte, NC - We recently removed a tree which had blocked these ligustrums. Would Like for them to fill out. They work as ...
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BAMOSKOW on
February 24, 2025
28056Q.Tall Privettes (15 ‘) Not Pruned In Decades Previously Blocked From Sun. How Do We Restore. Charlotte, NC
We recently removed a tree which had blocked these ligustrums. Would Like for them to fill out. They work as a privacy hedge. Thank you
Answered by
BushDoctor on
February 24, 2025
Certified ExpertA.Now that the tree is gone, your ligustrums should get more sunlight, which will help them fill out naturally. To speed things up, prune them pretty heavily to encourage bushier growth—cut just above a node or branching point. Feed them with a balanced fertilizer in early spring and keep the soil evenly moist (but not soggy). Mulching around the base will help retain moisture and suppress weeds. With good care and more sun exposure, they should thicken up nicely for that privacy hedge you’re aiming for!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/ligustrum/pruning-privet-hedges.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/ligustrum/growing-ligustrum-shrubs.htm
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March 23, 2025Q.A Young Texas Privet Bush, Planted 1 1/2 Years Ago, Has Developed Yellow Leaves Which Fall Off; They Are Mainly In The Base Of The
plant. It is planted in nearly full sun, with a short period afternoon shade. I wonder if I have watered it too frequently, trying to hasten growth. It has grown, approximately doubled in size since being planted. This bush is one of three; the other two are healthy, with few, if any, yellow leaves.
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GKH_Susan on
March 25, 2025
Certified ExpertA.Part shade is fine for Ligustrum but overwatering can cause leaves to yellow and drop. Also check for any pests on that shrub. These articles should help:
https://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/GARDEN/PLANTS/privet.html
https://landscapeplants.oregonstate.edu/plants/ligustrum-japonicum
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/ligustrum/growing-ligustrum-shrubs.htm
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