Prunus laurocerasus 'Etna' (Dwarf Cherry Laurel)

Compact evergreen hedging with bronze-tinted new growth

Prunus laurocerasus 'Etna', commonly called Dwarf Cherry Laurel, is a compact, slow-growing evergreen ideal for low, dense hedging. It features glossy dark green leaves with striking bronze-coloured new growth in spring, adding seasonal interest to its year-round structure.

Unlike standard Cherry Laurel, 'Etna' grows in a neat, rounded habit, making it perfect for smaller gardens, borders, or low screens. It’s tough, hardy, and adaptable, thriving in both sunny and shaded positions and coping well with a range of soil conditions.

Key Features:

• Compact evergreen with lush, glossy foliage

• Attractive bronze-tinted new leaves in spring

• Ideal for low hedges, borders, or ground cover

• Hardy, low maintenance, and shade-tolerant

• Slower growth than standard laurels for easier control

Growing Conditions:

• Position: Full sun to deep shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable to most soils

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK

• Maintenance: Light trimming once a year to maintain shape

Ultimate Height & Spread:

• Height: 1–2m

• Spread: 1–1.5m

• Growth rate: 20–30cm per year

Prunus 'Etna' is the perfect low-maintenance choice for neat evergreen structure in gardens of any size.

Laurel Hedging Dwarf Cherry Etna 200/225cm Order For June Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing White Evergreen

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.