{"product_id":"ligustrum-ibolium-northern-privet","title":"Ligustrum Ibolium North Privet","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIbolium Privet (Ligustrum × ibolium) – Fast‑Growing Northern Privet for Dense Hedges and Privacy Screens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a fast, adaptable shrub for creating structured privacy, Ibolium Privet forms a dense, uniform hedge with fragrant late‑spring blooms that attract pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrows 8 to 12 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide\u003cbr\u003eFragrant white blooms in late spring\u003cbr\u003eDrought‑tolerant once established\u003cbr\u003eCold‑hardy to Zone 4\u003cbr\u003eForms dense, uniform growth with regular pruning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat problem does Ibolium Privet solve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt creates a tall, full privacy hedge that blocks views and defines property lines while growing quickly enough to establish coverage in a short time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it adapts to many soil types, responds well to pruning, and is easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it grow in full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Full sun to partial shade both support strong growth, with full sun producing the densest foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIbolium Privet grows rapidly, often adding 1 to 2 feet of height per year under good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it drought tolerant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce established, it requires minimal supplemental watering and performs well in dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIbolium Privet, also known as Northern Privet, is a fast‑growing, cold‑hardy shrub valued for its dense branching and reliable performance in hedges and screens. Its late‑spring white blooms attract bees and butterflies, followed by small bluish‑black berries that add seasonal interest. This hybrid privet adapts to a wide range of soils and pruning styles, making it suitable for both formal sheared hedges and informal natural screens. Its durability and cold tolerance make it a dependable choice for landscapes in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well‑drained; adaptable to many soil types\u003cbr\u003eSpacing: 4 feet apart for a dense hedge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season\u003cbr\u003eMaintain even soil moisture for strong root establishment\u003cbr\u003ePrune or shear regularly to encourage dense branching\u003cbr\u003eShape as needed to maintain height and width\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFragrant white blooms in late spring\u003cbr\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003cbr\u003eBluish‑black berries follow flowering\u003cbr\u003eCold‑hardy and adaptable\u003cbr\u003eResponds well to shaping and shearing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrivacy hedges\u003cbr\u003eProperty borders\u003cbr\u003eShrub screens\u003cbr\u003eStructured landscape edges\u003cbr\u003eExplore more options in our Privacy Plants collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Plant in This Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Murray Cypress — a fast‑growing evergreen option for year‑round privacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Your Ibolium Privet Today\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreate a fast, reliable hedge with Ibolium Privet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable Size: Field‑grown bare root plants, 1 to 2 feet tall\u003cbr\u003eShipping Restrictions: Not available for shipment to CT, MA, ME, NH, TN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrivacy Plants\u003cbr\u003eFast‑Growing Shrubs\u003cbr\u003eCold‑Hardy Shrubs\u003cbr\u003ePollinator‑Friendly Shrubs\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Wood Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Ibolium Privet - Bare Root - 5 Plants","offer_id":47548772155604,"sku":"PRIVET IB BR-5","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/0966\/7796\/files\/privet_hedge_2_600_x_600_dreamstime_m_219549991.jpg?v=1770923156","url":"https:\/\/treecitynursery.com\/products\/ligustrum-ibolium-northern-privet","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}