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Laurus nobilis / 5-10Cm / 25Cm
Laurus nobilis
Confirmed format: 10.5cm
Plant Highlights
- Aromatic green leaves
- Year-round interest
- Highly attractive to bees
- Easily kept size
- Evergreen foliage
Overview
Laurus nobilis, commonly known as bay laurel, is a classic evergreen shrub valued for its aromatic green leaves and neat, pyramidal and topiary growth habits. Providing year-round interest in the garden, this slow-growing shrub produces small yellow flowers in April and May, which are followed by dark black berries. Its versatile nature makes it an excellent choice for specimen planting, patio containers, kitchen gardens, and tall hedges.
Why We Love It
- Aromatic green leaves provide wonderful culinary seasoning.
- Evergreen foliage offers reliable year-round garden structure.
- Highly attractive to bees and other pollinators during spring.
- Easily kept whichever size you like with its slow growth rate.
- Adaptable for containers, hedging, or as a striking specimen plant.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Laurus nobilis |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bay Laurel |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Flowering Months | April and May |
| Fragrance Level | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal and topiary |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Mature Height | 1200 cm |
| Mature Spread | 1000 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H4 (-10°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | Any |
| Drainage | Well-drained |
| Watering | Low water need |
Perfect For
- Specimen planting
- Patio containers
- Kitchen gardens
- Tall hedges
- Small gardens
Good to Know
- Fresh or dried bay leaves are widely used in cooking and seasoning with a distinctive flavour.
- Toxic if ingested and toxic to cats and dogs.
- Provides wonderful wildlife value as a plant highly attractive to bees.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | Potted 10.5cm pot |
|---|---|
| Supplied Height | 25cm |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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