In addition to its beautiful foliage, the height of a golden privet is also important for its cultivation. In most cases it should be at least man-high so that a useful privacy hedge is created. So it happens that he is rapidly moving upwards. And if it is not stopped, it will even grow beyond our heads.
How tall does a golden privet grow and how can I influence its growth?
The golden privet reaches a maximum height of 2-3 meters and grows 30-60 cm annually. Regular pruning is necessary to limit the height. Sunny locations, fertilizers, loose soil and lime fertilizer applications promote growth.
Height at planting
About 3-6 plants are needed per meter to plant a golden privet hedge. This can end up in your wallet. That's why annual plants are usually used, which cost around four euros per piece.
The small trees then have a height of around 15 to 30 cm. Immediately after planting, they are cut back to 15 cm to encourage branching.
You can also choose older and therefore taller golden privets for the hedge or as a solitaire. There are even specimens available that are up to 3 m high. However, the purchase price is almost in the four-digit range.
Annual height gain
An additional 30 to 60 cm can be added to the height of a golden privet every year. Of course, as long as he can give free rein to his growth.
Maximum final height
Nursery schools disseminate different information about this. Most agree that the golden privet can grow to 2-3 m tall. This is more than enough for a hedge. As a solitary specimen, the golden privet can also grow taller, which is certainly possible with good care.
Favoring factors
These factors allow the golden privet to reach its maximum height more quickly:
- a sunny location
- regular fertilization during the growing season
- loose, moderately moist soil
- occasional doses of carbonate lime fertilizer
Limit height
The taller a privet gets, the more it stands out. That's why, at the beginning of his existence, every centimeter is greeted with joy. But at some point it can become too big. Since it is a tree that tolerates pruning, its owner can decide on its height at any time and shorten it as necessary with scissors (€14.00 on Amazon).
Twice a year it is also necessary to take away some of its height. Cutting serves to improve branching, which benefits every golden privet.
