Most privets are easy to grow from cuttings.The best time to obtain cuttings is in early spring to take advantage of the whole growing season for rooting.
Strip the leaves from the bottom of the stems, leaving several at the top. You want the energy of the plant to go into establishing new roots, rather than maintaining these leaves.
Place the cuttings in a moist medium, such as perlite mixed with peat, or a good seed starting medium. Stick the stems several inches down into the soil.
Once the cuttings have established roots, they can be planted into pots in a good quality potting mix until they are ready to be planted into the garden.
When the privet cuttings have established a good root system they can then be transplanted into the garden. Plant the privets two to three feet on centre.