Laurel Common Cherry Laurel 2L Pot

Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry Laurel)

The Cherry Laurel is a versatile, fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree, loved for its dense, glossy foliage and year-round privacy. Native to Southeast Europe and Southwest Asia, it is one of the most popular choices for hedges, privacy screens, and ornamental planting in Irish gardens.

Foliage & Growth Habit

• Evergreen Leaves: Large, glossy, dark green foliage provides year-round coverage

• Leaf Shape: Broad, oblong, leathery leaves with finely serrated edges

• Size: Can grow 15–30 ft tall and 10–20 ft wide, depending on conditions

• ⚡ Fast Growing: Quickly fills gaps, making it perfect for rapid privacy hedging

Flowers & Fruit

• Spring Blooms: Small, fragrant white flowers in upright clusters, attracting pollinators

• Berries: Glossy black to purple fruits that attract birds (toxic if eaten by humans)

Growing Conditions

• ☀️ Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but highly adaptable (clay, loam, sandy soils)

• ❄️ Hardiness: Grows well in Ireland’s climate (USDA zones 6–9)

• Tolerance: Once established, withstands drought and urban pollution

✂️ Maintenance & Care

• Pruning: Can be trimmed into formal hedges or left natural for a looser screen

• ️ Resilient: Generally resistant to pests & diseases, though occasional scale or mildew may occur

• Low Maintenance: Easy-care shrub that thrives with minimal effort

Landscape Uses

• Hedges & Privacy Screens: Dense, bushy growth makes it ideal for boundaries, windbreaks & sound barriers

• Ornamental Planting: Works beautifully in mixed borders or as a specimen plant

• Urban Gardens: Pollution-tolerant, making it great for city and roadside planting

✨ Conclusion:
Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry Laurel) is an evergreen superstar – tough, adaptable, and fast-growing. Whether you need a neat formal hedge or a natural screen, it delivers beauty and privacy all year round.

Supplied in pots
Delivery in Ireland: 3–5 working days