{"product_id":"prunus-lus-angustifolia-15ltr-40-50cm-ball","title":"Prunus lus. 'Angustifolia' \/ Ball \/ 15L \/ 40-50Cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:ebd04924-a0ff-4bf5-876e-422c9564fbd8-47\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:ebd04924-a0ff-4bf5-876e-422c9564fbd8-47\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:ebd04924-a0ff-4bf5-876e-422c9564fbd8-47\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-36\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"97754d16-81d3-442e-a424-cdd349383f40\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-instant\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"agq8qf\" data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"213\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePrunus lusitanica 'Angustifolia' Ball\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"249\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"234\"\u003ePrunus lusitanica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Angustifolia'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"301\"\u003e15L pot • Ball form • Supplied with a 40–50cm head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"324\"\u003ePlant Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neatly clipped evergreen ball • Glossy narrow foliage • Attractive reddish stems • Excellent architectural feature • Low-maintenance topiary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\" data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"499\"\u003ePrunus lusitanica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Angustifolia', commonly known as Portuguese Laurel, is an elegant evergreen shrub with slender, glossy dark green leaves carried on distinctive reddish stems. This specimen has been professionally trained and clipped into a formal ball, providing year-round structure and a refined architectural feature for gardens, patios and entrances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eUnlike naturally grown shrubs, this topiary form is maintained for its clean, rounded outline, making it ideal for formal planting schemes and contemporary designs. Mature plants may produce clusters of fragrant white flowers in late spring to early summer if clipping is reduced, followed by small dark berries, although regular trimming for shape usually limits flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gisunw\" data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"40e2oj\" data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eProfessionally clipped ball form creates instant structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10hfs8k\" data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eFine evergreen foliage provides year-round interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"175rm4u\" data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eRich green leaves contrast beautifully with red stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5cgbge\" data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eIdeal for framing entrances, paths and patios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11c74s2\" data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eResponds well to regular clipping to maintain its shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tzp6e8\" data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"2350\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1549\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1564\" data-col-size=\"lg\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1592\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003ePrunus lusitanica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Angustifolia'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1645\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1671\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003ePortuguese Laurel Ball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1685\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eEvergreen topiary shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1723\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eEvergreen, narrow glossy dark green leaves with reddish stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1798\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFlower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eSmall, fragrant white flowers on unclipped mature growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1878\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFlowering Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003eLate spring to early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1925\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eDense, clipped spherical crown on a stem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1981\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2010\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFull sun or partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2018\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2058\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFertile, moist but well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2075\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eDetermined by the height of the stem and ongoing clipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2153\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eBall can be maintained to the desired size with regular pruning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2233\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003eHardy in Irish gardens. Performs well in well-drained soil and established plants tolerate typical Irish winters.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1vf7tma\" data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1pz658f\" data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003ePlant in full sun or partial shade. Suitable for sheltered or moderately exposed sites where its formal shape can be appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mebt03\" data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Continue to monitor container-grown specimens carefully, watering whenever the compost begins to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynopa7\" data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eGrow in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Incorporating organic matter at planting helps retain moisture while improving drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"z48ndi\" data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003eHardiness and Winter Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"3060\"\u003eFully hardy in most Irish gardens. Apply a mulch around the base after planting to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, taking care not to cover the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"amc1e5\" data-start=\"3062\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003eTrim once or twice during the growing season to maintain the neat ball shape. Remove any shoots growing from below the ball or from the base of the plant to preserve the trained form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"em107h\" data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3279\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3419\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xwnrf9\" data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3298\"\u003eFormal gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m8pl9b\" data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3327\"\u003eEntranceways and doorways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ogi4oh\" data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3347\"\u003ePatio containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k5me3j\" data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003eCourtyard gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"107k0b4\" data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3419\"\u003eArchitectural planting and symmetrical displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"qpwf28\" data-start=\"3421\" data-end=\"3436\"\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3646\"\u003eThe stated \u003cstrong data-start=\"3449\" data-end=\"3460\"\u003e40–50cm\u003c\/strong\u003e measurement refers to the diameter of the clipped ball supplied at the time of sale, not the plant's mature size. Regular trimming will maintain its compact topiary form for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tz4eci\" data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3672\" data-end=\"3842\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"73niu\" data-start=\"3672\" data-end=\"3724\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3709\"\u003ePrunus lusitanica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Angustifolia'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ylejr3\" data-start=\"3725\" data-end=\"3753\"\u003eTrained as a ball topiary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z53pyt\" data-start=\"3754\" data-end=\"3786\"\u003eSupplied in a 15L nursery pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mompvj\" data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3842\"\u003eSupplied with an approximately 40–50cm diameter head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3844\" data-end=\"3919\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Impulse Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54637401964877,"sku":"8719323578418","price":69.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/easygarden.ie\/products\/prunus-lus-angustifolia-15ltr-40-50cm-ball","provider":"Easy Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}