Under the right conditions, this privet will live up to 30 years. The shrub will do its best in partial shade to full sun. It can adapt to both moist and dry conditions. For most homeowners, there will be no issues with these shrubs.

How long does a privet hedge live for?

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.

What is the lifespan of a Ligustrum?

Our ligustrum shrubs (trees) are close to 50 years old.