The Leaves On Our Amur Privet Hedge Do Not Develop Fully. There Is Some Dieback. Some Places Where Leaves Are Only On The Top. W

Question

ater appropriately. Anything I can do to rejuvenate my hedge. Live in midwest.

Answer 1

Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I am unable to see the damage. From your description, it could be an infection.

These are pretty drought tolerant, so overwatering will be a concern. Many times, they will not need any supplemental water, unless there has been a drought.

I would recommend a fungicide, in case this is an infection, and to make sure that the soil is, very thoroughly, dried down to about 3 or 4 inches or so before thinking about watering them.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/ligustrum/growing-ligustrum-shrubs.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm