Laurel Hedging, Cherry Laurel 3/3.5m Super Wide – Luxurious, Mature Evergreen Hedge for Maximum Privacy and Impact
Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus), renowned for its robust, fast-growing nature, is the ideal choice for creating a striking, mature hedge that offers exceptional privacy and year-round coverage. The 3/3.5m Super Wide specimens are expertly shaped and pruned to provide an expansive, dense screen that immediately enhances the landscape. With its rich, glossy foliage and large, lush growth, this premium hedging plant delivers both beauty and function, making it perfect for garden borders, privacy screens, and shelter belts.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring: Fresh, vibrant green foliage emerges, quickly establishing a full and dense hedge.
Summer: The glossy, dark green leaves create an elegant, lush backdrop, offering year-round privacy and visual interest.
Autumn: Retains its rich green hue, ensuring your hedge remains thick and vibrant through the changing seasons.
Winter: The evergreen foliage offers lasting shelter and a barrier against the cold, preserving privacy and structure.
Structure & Form
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Height Supplied: Expertly pruned to a height of 3/3.5m, creating a mature, towering hedge with instant impact.
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Ultimate Height: 4 - 8m
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Ultimate Spread: Wider than 8m.
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Growth Habit: Dense, wide, and upright, forming a robust, solid barrier for privacy, screening, or wind protection.
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Foliage: Large, glossy dark green leaves that provide a sleek, uniform appearance and an elegant sheen.
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Flowers: Small, fragrant white flowers bloom in spring, adding seasonal appeal and attracting beneficial pollinators.
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Berries: Black berries follow the blooms, offering wildlife interest and attracting birds to the garden.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Instant Privacy & Screening: A super-wide, mature hedge perfect for creating immediate privacy or concealing unsightly views.
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Windbreaks & Noise Barriers: The thick foliage makes it ideal for acting as a windbreak or sound barrier in exposed or noisy locations.
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Urban & Coastal Gardens: Tolerates pollution, salt, and tough growing conditions, making it perfect for city and coastal environments.
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Formal & Informal Gardens: Suited to both structured, geometric gardens as well as more natural, relaxed planting schemes.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, with best results in sheltered positions.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil but adapts well to a variety of soil types, including clay and loam.
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Hardiness: Extremely hardy, enduring cold winters and coastal conditions with ease.
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Maintenance: Low-maintenance; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and density.
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Watering: Regular watering when newly planted; drought-tolerant once established.
Why Choose Laurel Hedging, Cherry Laurel 3/3.5m Super Wide?
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Mature, Instant Coverage: A tall, wide hedge that provides immediate privacy and visual impact.
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Evergreen & Dense: Thick, glossy green foliage offers year-round coverage, shelter, and beauty.
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Hardy & Versatile: Tolerates a range of environmental conditions, including urban pollution, coastal winds, and cold temperatures.
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Low-Maintenance: Requires little care while maintaining a refined, dense appearance.
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Flexible Use: Perfect for privacy, noise reduction, or as a decorative feature in both formal and informal garden designs.
Ideal Plant Combinations
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Pair with Griselinia littoralis or Buxus for a mix of textures and evergreen appeal.
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Combine with roses, hydrangeas, or lavender to add seasonal colour and fragrance.
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Underplant with hostas, ferns, or ground covers to enhance the base of the hedge and create a layered look.
The Laurel Hedging, Cherry Laurel 3/3.5m Super Wide is the perfect solution for creating a tall, dense, and reliable hedge with instant impact. Whether you’re looking to enhance privacy, block noise, or create a formal garden boundary, this mature, hardy shrub will provide a lush, year-round screen that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Guide to Planting Field-Grown Root Balled Plants
Pros:
- Established Roots: Typically stronger, established roots ensure better initial growth.
- Immediate Impact: Larger plants provide instant structure and aesthetics.
Cons:
- Heavy and Bulky: Can be difficult to transport and plant due to size and weight.
- Seasonal Availability: Generally available only in the dormant season (autumn to early spring).
Preparation for Planting:
- Unwrap Carefully: Remove any packaging material, but leave the burlap or wire basket on.
- Keep plants moist: Plants should be kept moist until the time of planting.
Planting Process:
- Dig a Hole: Make a hole twice the width of the root ball and the same depth.
- Position Plant: Place the root ball in the hole, ensuring the top is level with the ground surface.
- Do Not Remove Root Sack: Leave the burlap or wire basket around the root ball. It is bio degradable and will rot away naturally.
- Backfill: Fill the hole with soil, firming gently around the roots to eliminate air pockets.
- Water: Water deeply after planting to settle the soil and avoid wilting.
Possibility of Losses:
- Initial Shock: Some plants may suffer transplant shock, leading to potential losses.
- Mitigation: Proper care and consistent watering during the establishment phase can minimise this risk.
Main Causes of Failure:
- Improper Planting Depth: Planting too deep or too shallow can stress the roots.
- Poor Soil Conditions: Compacted or poorly drained soil can hinder root growth.
- Insufficient Watering: Both under-watering and over-watering can lead to plant stress and failure. Strong wind can dry leafy pants.
- Pest and Disease: Lack of protection and monitoring can result in damage from pests and diseases.
Tips for Success:
- Stake Larger Plants: Support with stakes to prevent wind damage.
- Mulch: Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate temperature.
- Regular Monitoring: Check for signs of stress, pests, and disease, and address them promptly.
By following these guidelines and providing consistent aftercare, you can successfully plant and establish field-grown root balled plants in your garden.
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.
