Privet

Privet is an absolute classic among hedging shrubs. Whether you are planning a neatly trimmed green wall or prefer a free-growing arrangement, this low-maintenance shrub won't let you down. It is extremely adaptable, tolerates shade and polluted city air well, and in milder winters, it often keeps most of its leaves. Besides growing quickly and responding excellently to pruning, it brings plenty of life to your garden. It is a honey-bearing woody plant whose flowers attract bees and other pollinators. In autumn, dark berries appear; while they are not edible for humans, they provide a valuable source of food for birds during the colder months.