Prunus laurocerasus
English Laurel, Cherry Laurel
Description
This large, evergreen shrub has large, glossy, dark green leaves that are 3"-7" long and 1.5"-2" wide. It is normally used as a large specimen or a hedge plant.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Foundation
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Topiary, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.