Prunus lusitanica Tree
An attractive yet hardy evergreen tree, Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) has many additional uses around the garden. It can be pruned to create a topiary form, planted as a screen or hedge, makes a fantastic windbreak and a brilliant dark foil for other plants. The glossy, dark green slender leaves are striking against new red shoots. Fragrant racemes of creamy white flowers are produced in April-May that attract pollinators. The flowers are followed by red fruits that turn to black.
This useful evergreen tree will tolerate most soil types that are well-drained, including chalky soils when planted in full sun or partial shade. Exposure and heavier shade can be tolerated. Expect 5 x 6 meters in 20 years when Prunus lusitanica is grown as a single specimen. If chosen to grow as a hedging or screening plant, then we would recommend planting 2-3 plants per metre.
AKA Portuguese Laurel, Cherry Bay
Original: $106.58
-65%$106.58
$37.30
Description
An attractive yet hardy evergreen tree, Prunus lusitanica (Portuguese Laurel) has many additional uses around the garden. It can be pruned to create a topiary form, planted as a screen or hedge, makes a fantastic windbreak and a brilliant dark foil for other plants. The glossy, dark green slender leaves are striking against new red shoots. Fragrant racemes of creamy white flowers are produced in April-May that attract pollinators. The flowers are followed by red fruits that turn to black.
This useful evergreen tree will tolerate most soil types that are well-drained, including chalky soils when planted in full sun or partial shade. Exposure and heavier shade can be tolerated. Expect 5 x 6 meters in 20 years when Prunus lusitanica is grown as a single specimen. If chosen to grow as a hedging or screening plant, then we would recommend planting 2-3 plants per metre.
AKA Portuguese Laurel, Cherry Bay
