QuestionsHow to growTrees and ShrubsHedges and Shelter beltsbest time to plant privet hedging 0 Vote Up Vote Down Lorna Rushe asked 13 years ago When can I plant privet hegding? 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 6 years ago Privet can be planted between November and March if bare-rooted or at any time of year if grown in pots.