Prunus laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken'
Luykens Laurel
Description
The 'Otto Luyken' is a 6' evergreen shrub of dark, shiny foliage highlighted by white flowers.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
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
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Foundation, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.
Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.