Ligustrum vulgare Ligustrum vulgare is a reliable & fresh hardy shrub that is a grassy green colour, which features plum rich black & deep-violet berries at the end of summer! This semi-evergreen shrub has the added bonus of angelic & dainty pearly white blooms from June through to August for you to admire! A wondrous hedge plant, that thrives in woodland areas & wildlife gardens – Loved by wild life! Grow Privet in any well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.