Prunus caroliniana 'Compacta'
CompactLaurel Cherry
Description
This large evergreen shrub or small tree has leaves that are glossy and 2"-4" in length. It is excellent as a formal hedge or an informal screen. It has creamy white flowers in late winter and spring followed by small black berries. 'Compacta' reaches 8'-10' tall and 6'-8' wide and tends to be more dense.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Lawn, Patio
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.