Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Rotundifolia’) Hedging – Dense, Evergreen Screen with Glossy Green Foliage for Instant Privacy
Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Rotundifolia’) is a popular, fast-growing, evergreen shrub, perfect for creating a dense, year-round hedge that provides both privacy and structure. Known for its large, glossy green leaves and robust nature, ‘Rotundifolia’ offers a lush, rich green backdrop, making it ideal for both formal and informal gardens. Whether used for hedging, screening, or boundary planting, this resilient laurel variety is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, fast-growing solution.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring: Fresh, vibrant green foliage emerges, quickly filling in any gaps for an instant hedge effect.
Summer: Glossy, dark green leaves shine in full sun or partial shade, offering continuous dense coverage.
Autumn: The leaves retain their deep green colour, providing year-round privacy and shelter.
Winter: Evergreen foliage ensures the hedge maintains its structure and appearance throughout the colder months.
Structure & Form
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Growth Habit: Dense, upright growth that forms a solid, well-branched hedge or screen.
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Foliage: Large, glossy green leaves with a broad, rounded shape that remain attractive year-round.
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Height & Spread: Grows quickly to create a full hedge, reaching heights of 4 - 8m and a spread of 2.5 - 4m.
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Flowers: Small, white flowers appear in spring, followed by black berries, adding seasonal interest.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Privacy Screens & Hedging: Ideal for creating an instant boundary or visual screen.
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Windbreaks: Dense growth offers protection from wind and noise, making it perfect for exposed sites.
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Formal & Informal Gardens: Suitable for both structured formal hedges or more relaxed, naturalistic planting schemes.
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Urban & Coastal Areas: Highly tolerant of pollution and coastal conditions, thriving in a range of environments.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, but will tolerate shaded spots.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist, fertile soils; adapts to various soil types, including clay and loam.
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Hardiness: Hardy in most regions, tolerating cold winters and tough conditions.
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance; responds well to light pruning to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.
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Watering: Requires regular watering when newly planted; drought-tolerant once established.
Why Choose Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Rotundifolia’) Hedging?
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Instant Privacy: Fast-growing, providing quick, dense coverage.
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Evergreen Foliage: Offers year-round privacy and protection.
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Low-Maintenance: Requires minimal care and trimming to maintain its shape.
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Hardy & Resilient: Tolerates a wide range of growing conditions, including coastal and urban environments.
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Versatile: Perfect for formal hedging, informal screens, or even as a backdrop for seasonal plants.
Ideal Plant Combinations
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Pair with boxwood or yew for contrasting evergreen textures.
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Combine with flowering shrubs like hydrangea or roses for added seasonal interest.
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Underplant with lavender, geraniums, or hostas for colour and variety.
Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Rotundifolia’) Hedging offers a fast, effective way to create a dense, evergreen screen or boundary. Whether you're seeking privacy, wind protection, or simply a beautiful, low-maintenance hedge, this hardy shrub is an excellent choice that provides structure, year-round greenery, and resilience across various growing conditions.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
