In fact, you can plant privet all year round, except of course in winter when the ground is frozen. However, there are times when planting is particularly advisable. When is the best time to plant privet?
The best planting time is in autumn or spring
The best time to plant privet
Privet needs a lot of moisture, especially after planting, but without waterlogging. The best planting time is therefore spring or early autumn. Then there is usually sufficient residual moisture in the soil and the roots mature well before winter.
If you plant the privet in the summer, you must water it copiously so that the roots grow. This is also necessary if it has rained before or rain is forecast.
You should place the root ball in a bucket of water for a few hours beforehand to allow the roots to soak up moisture.
tips
Prepare the soil well before planting. Make sure the substrate is permeable to water and prevent waterlogging.