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Transplanting Chinese Privet (UGA Hedge) with Humor and Vigor

Privet Is Tough—Just Dig and Move

The famous UGA hedge is Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense), high on invasive lists. Dr. Dirr says it grows anywhere birds fly. To transplant: announce your intention, dig with as many roots as possible, plant in full sun, yell "Go Dawgs!!", water thoroughly. It will survive.

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