Golden privet is a shrub that typically grows to 6-9 feet (1.8-2.7 m) tall and wide. It is prized for its yellowish-green, lance-shaped leaves that turn golden-yellow in the fall. Clusters of small, white flowers appear in late spring or early summer, followed by black berries in fall.
Related plant:
Golden Duranta
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Golden Globe Arborvitae
About soil condition, golden privet thrives in well-drained, sandy to loamy soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline, but it can also tolerate heavy clay soils. It does not like wet, boggy conditions and is drought-tolerant once established.
Similar to other plants, privet hedges need sunlight to grow. They will do best in an area that gets full sun to partial sun throughout the day. If you live in an area with hot summers, you might want to plant your privet hedge in a spot that gets some afternoon shade. This will help to protect the plants from the harsh afternoon sun and prevent them from getting heat stress.
The temperature condition that is ideal for growing golden privet is between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The plant can tolerate temperatures as low as 50 degrees Fahrenheit, but it will not thrive in freezing temperatures.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is moderate to high. If the leaves of your plant are wilting or yellowing, it could be a sign that the humidity is too low. Try placing your plant on a pebble tray or humidifier to raise the humidity around it. These plants are also sensitive to drafts, so make sure to keep it away from any vents or open doors.
About fertilizer, this plant does best with a light application of a balanced fertilizer in early spring. It's best to use a formula with a relatively low phosphorus content, as this can encourage excessive vegetative growth. Root development is crucial to the health of privet, so make sure the roots have plenty of room to grow.
Pruning is an essential part of keeping your golden privet healthy and looking its best. Just like with any plant, pruning helps to encourage new growth and keep the plantfree of any dead or damaged leaves or branches. It also helps to control the size and shape of the plant. Pruning your golden privet is best done in the early spring, before new growth begins. You can also prune it lightly throughout the growing season to keep it tidy. When pruning, always use clean, sharp pruning shears and make sure to cut at an angle just above a leaf node. This will help encourage new growth.
Propagation : Golden privet can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seed should be stratified for best results. Cuttings can be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer and should be rooted under mist. Layering can be done in early summer.
Usually, the plant growth rate during the spring and summer months, with some continuing to grow into the fall. Some warm weather and adequate moisture are necessary for proper growth. Fertilizer is not necessary, but may be helpful if the soil is poor.
Common problems for this kind of plant are scale and spider mites. The former is a small, hard-shelled insect that latches onto the plant and sucks out the sap, while the latter is a tiny spider that spins a web on the plant and also feeds on the sap. Both of these pests can be controlled with regular applications of insecticidal soap or horticultural oil.
Source:
Golden Vicary Privet (Ligustrum x vicaryi)-Hort Answers
Privet Diseases - Penn State Extension
Golden | Princeton University
