Northern Privet

1-2 Feet / 25

$69.99

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Northern Privet

Name: Northern Privet
Rating: 4.21 (14 reviews)

$69.99 $2.80 each

Height Shipped 1-2 Feet 2-3 Feet 3-4 Feet

Quantity 25 50 100 500

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Ship Date: Ships in November 2026

Exposure: Sun or Shade

Height at Maturity: Under 10 Feet

Usage: Evergreen

Shipped As: Bare-root

Planting Zones: 4-9

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Northern Privet shrubs are fast-growing, versatile evergreens, perfect for hedges, borders, and living fences. Originally native to Japan, they have become a popular choice in the U.S., thriving in USDA zones 5 through 8. Mature shrubs can reach 10 to 15 feet tall, offering dense foliage for privacy, noise reduction, and aesthetic appeal.

Appearance and Growth

These shrubs feature small, dark green leaves with greenish-yellow undersides. In fall, the foliage may turn yellow. This Shrub produces fragrant white flowers in late spring to early summer, arranged in tight 4-inch panicles. After flowering, the shrubs bear small black fruits with purple undertones. The dense foliage and upright growth make them ideal for hedges, screens, or accent plants.

Evergreen and Low-Maintenance

These shrubs are semi-evergreen and can grow up to 36 inches in a single season. They tolerate a wide range of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils, and thrive in full sun to partial shade. These hardy shrubs are drought-tolerant, pollution-resistant, and resilient to urban conditions, making them perfect for city landscapes.

Use as a Living Fence

These shrubs create an excellent living fence, providing privacy, blocking noise, and enhancing the natural beauty of your yard. With proper planning, this Shrub's hedges can be shaped into formal or decorative designs. Regular pruning ensures dense growth and allows sunlight to reach lower branches. Their fast growth rate of up to 3 feet per year makes them an efficient solution for privacy screens.

Care and Maintenance

Water these shrubs during dry periods in spring, summer, and early autumn. Fertilize in early spring and fall using a 15-5-10 NPK formula, applying 0.7 pounds per 100 square feet at the base. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead material. Monitor for pests such as whiteflies, mites, and other insects, treating with appropriate remedies to ensure healthy growth.

Versatility and Landscaping Benefits

Northern Privet shrubs are excellent for residential or commercial landscapes. Their showy white flowers in spring and summer, dense foliage, and fast growth make them ideal for creating privacy screens, hedges, or accent borders. Whether used along streets, property lines, or garden beds, they combine practicality with year-round visual appeal.

Northern Privet bare-root shrub with slender brown branches and earthy roots

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Super Consistent and Reliable

I ordered multiple shrubs and every single one looked identical in size and health. That kind of consistency is rare. Very happy with the purchase.

Excellent Root Quality

The root systems were thick and extremely healthy—no rot, no dryness. It’s clear the nursery puts effort into sending strong, viable plants.

Instant Structure to My Garden

I was surprised by how much structure these shrubs added, even while still young. Their branching is symmetrical and clean. They already make the garden look intentional.

Thrives Even in Tough Soil

My soil is rocky and inconsistent, but these privets didn’t care at all—they rooted fast and are already putting out new growth. Truly hardy plants.

Beginner-Friendly and Hardy

I’m new to landscaping, but these shrubs made planting easy. They took to the soil right away and didn’t require any special treatment. Great option for beginners.

Perfect for My Backyard Makeover

I planted these as part of a full backyard renovation, and they’ve already upgraded the entire space. Uniform size, strong stems, and no transplant shock at all.

Clean, Careful Packaging

The packaging was impressive—no dryness, no bent branches, and everything was snug and protected. You can tell they take shipping seriously.

Completely surpass My Expectations

Honestly, I didn’t expect bare-root shrubs to look this good. Full roots, flexible stems, and buds already forming. They’re thriving in my yard.

Fantastic Service + Healthy Plants

Customer service answered all my spacing and soil questions with patience. The order arrived sooner than expected and the privets were healthy, hydrated, and clearly well cared for.

Beautiful, Bright Green Foliage

The color on these shrubs is fantastic—vibrant and fresh-looking. Even as bare-root transplants, they bounced back quickly and now look lush.

Great for Privacy and Shape

I needed something I could shape easily for a clean landscape look. These privets arrived in excellent shape and are already filling in beautifully. Highly recommend for neat borders.

Worth Every Penny

I’m big on value, and this was money well spent. The bare-root shrubs were fuller than expected, and the roots were dense and healthy. They established almost immediately.

Surprisingly Fast Growers

I didn’t expect them to take off this quickly! Within two weeks, each privet had new buds. They’re clearly vigorous plants. Tennessee Wholesale Nursery really delivered.

Perfect Start to My Hedge Project

I ordered a batch of Northern Privets to start a hedge, and every plant arrived healthy and well-hydrated. Strong roots and zero damage. They’re already showing new growth. Excellent quality!