Cherry Laurel Hedging
Prunus laurocerasus
One of the most popular evergreen hedging plants in the UK. Large, glossy leaves make a dense screen fast – choose your root type below, then compare every size in one list.
From £1.93 per plant
Which root type is right for me?Plants per metre is for a single row. Prices include VAT. Bulk discounts up to 15% applied at checkout.
- Cherry Laurel 25/30cm Bare Root Delivery from November £1.93
- Cherry Laurel 40-60cm Bare Root Delivery from November £2.43
- Cherry Laurel Hedging 9cm Pot 20cm £3.65
- Cherry Laurel Hedging 2.5 Litre Pot 40-50cm £7.85
- Cherry Laurel Hedging 7.5 Litre 40-50cm £8.50
- Prunus laurocerasus Caucasica - Cherry Laurel 4.5 Litre Pot 60-80cm £10.95
- Cherry Laurel 80/100cm Root Ball £15.95
- Cherry Laurel Root Ball 100-120cm £18.75
- Cherry Laurel Hedging 125/150cm Root Ball £30.00
- Cherry Laurel Hedging 125-150cm 10 Litre Pot £38.00
- Cherry Laurel Hedging,150-175cm Root Ball £41.50
- Cherry Laurel Hedging 150-175cm 15 Litre Pot £52.50
- Laurel Hedging, Cherry Laurel 15 Litre Pot 200cm Plus £55.00
- Cherry Laurel Hedging 180-200cm Root Ball £65.50
- Cherry Laurel 200-220cm Root Ball £76.50
- Laurel Hedging Specimen Clipped 250cm Tall & 100/120 Wide 110 Litre Pot £200.00
- Cherry Laurel hedging 250-300cm Super Wide 150 Litre Pot £350.00
- Cherry Laurel hedging 250-300cm Super Wide Root Ball Pre Order For October Delivery £408.00
- Cherry Laurel hedging 3-3.5m Super Wide Root Ball £495.00
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Which root type is right for me?
| Bare root | Root ball | Pot grown | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivered | From November | From October | All year |
| Sizes | 25–50cm | 80cm–3.5m | 40cm–2m+ |
| Cost | Lowest | Best value for height | Mid |
| Best for | Long hedges on a budget | Height fast in winter | Planting any time |
| Plant | Within days of arrival | Within a week or two | When you're ready |
How many plants per metre?
Smaller pot-grown plants: 2–3 per metre. Medium plants in 10–40 litre pots: 2 per metre. Large instant hedging: 1–1.5 per metre. Bare root whips are planted closer, around 4–5 per metre. Every size in the table shows its own figure for a single row.
How fast does it grow?
Cherry laurel is one of the faster evergreen hedges, typically putting on 30–60cm a year once established.
How tall will it get?
Left untrimmed it can eventually reach 6–8 metres. Most people keep it at 1.5–3m with a trim once or twice a year.
When will my order arrive?
Pot-grown plants dispatch all year. Root-ball plants deliver from October and bare-root from November – we'll email your delivery date as soon as they're ready.
About cherry laurel
Cherry Laurel Hedging (Prunus laurocerasus)
Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus), also commonly known as English Laurel or Common Laurel, is one of the most popular evergreen hedging plants in the UK.
Cherry Laurel hedging is a popular choice for creating fast, dense, evergreen privacy in UK gardens. Identifiable by glossy leaves and the ability to produce flowers and fruits, Cherry Laurels form a thick, reliable screen that looks smart year-round while remaining easy to maintain.
At Grasslands, our dedicated horticulturalists grow specialist hedging plants, including Laurel hedges, Leylandii hedges and Privet hedges. Our Cherry Laurel hedging is available in a range of sizes, making it ideal for low borders or for creating privacy at heights of up to 3.5 metres, with UK-wide delivery available.
All Cherry Laurel hedging supplied by Grasslands is grown for UK conditions and delivered nationwide.
Why choose Cherry Laurel for hedging?
- Evergreen foliage for year-round privacy
- Fast growth (typically 30–60cm per year)
- Dense habit for effective screening
- Tolerant of shade, heavy clay and chalky soils
- Low maintenance once established
Cherry Laurel hedge growth rate & height
Cherry Laurel hedging typically grows by 30–60cm per year. If left untrimmed, it can eventually reach heights of 6–8 metres, although most garden hedges are easily maintained between 1.5 and 3.5 metres with regular pruning.
How far apart to plant Cherry Laurel hedging
- Smaller plants (4.5L–7.5L pots): 2–3 plants per metre
- Medium plants (10L–40L pots): 2 plants per metre
- Large instant hedging (110L): 1–1.5 plants per metre
What is the difference between Cherry Laurel and Laurel Hedging?
Cherry Laurel is one type of laurel hedging plant. Laurel hedging is the umbrella term for evergreen hedges within the laurel family, which includes Cherry Laurel, Portuguese Laurel and other varieties grown for screening and privacy.
What are the different types of Cherry Laurel?
- Cherry Laurel ‘Etna’ – A compact, slower-growing variety (20–40cm per year), ideal for smaller gardens or lower hedges.
- Cherry Laurel Hedging – A fast-growing option (30–60cm per year), perfect for creating dense privacy quickly.
- Cherry Laurel ‘Elly’ – A naturally upright variety, ideal for more formal hedges.
Cherry Laurel vs Portuguese Laurel
Cherry Laurel is often compared to Portuguese Laurel hedging. Cherry Laurel grows faster with larger leaves, making it ideal for rapid screening, while Portuguese Laurel offers a slightly more refined appearance.
Where to site your Cherry Laurel
Cherry Laurel thrives in moist, well-drained soil but adapts well to clay, chalky or shallow soils. It tolerates exposed sites and full shade. For best results, plant using good ground preparation and follow our hedge planting guide.
Caring tips for your Cherry Laurel
Watering Cherry Laurel
- Water regularly during establishment and in dry weather to support strong root growth.
Pruning Cherry Laurel
- Prune once or twice a year to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
Feeding Cherry Laurel
- Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser for healthy growth.