I have a 54-year-old privet hedge that until recently has been growing very nicely on all sides. However, in the last two years, I have noticed that the sides are not growing new stems and are getting ...

Pest and diseases can play a part in a patchy privet, but there are other potential causes to consider too - Alamy Privet hedges are usually incredibly reliable and tolerant of many conditions - Alamy ...

Many homeowners plant shrubs for privacy or curb appeal. While they are relatively low-maintenance, there is a hidden cost.

Q: This insect damage has occurred to a lowly, invasive privet. I rip them up from my yard wherever I see them, and in fact this bonsai was created from one of those. When very young these "whips" are ...

Privet has long been a popular hedging plant to provide a fast and dense screen. It is a quick-growing and versatile option ...

If your garden is looking in need of some TLC this month, early autumn is the perfect time to carry out a few key tasks ...

Burning bush shrubs may appear pretty in the fall, when their leaves turn a blazing bright red. But they also are pretty invasive, and this year they earned a spot on Pennsylvania’s list of noxious ...

In the Hamptons, where $15 million homes define exclusivity, money can only exclude so much. Then you need privet. The fine-textured, malleable hedge keeps the world at bay. It is the ubiquitous green ...