Portuguese Laurel Myrtifolia 160/180cm 40 Litre Pot

Prunus lusitanica 'Myrtifolia'

Elegant evergreen hedging with compact, glossy foliage

Prunus lusitanica 'Myrtifolia' is a refined form of Portuguese Laurel with smaller, narrower, myrtle-like leaves and a naturally bushy habit. Its rich, dark green foliage, reddish stems, and tidy growth make it ideal for smart, evergreen hedging in both formal and informal settings.

This variety is slower-growing and more compact than standard Portuguese Laurel, offering easy maintenance and a neater appearance. It’s perfect for shaping into dense hedges, topiary forms, or as a backdrop for borders. Fully hardy and tolerant of a wide range of conditions, including shade and urban pollution.

Key Features:

• Compact, glossy foliage on red stems

• Naturally dense, evergreen screen

• Great for low- to medium-height hedging

• Easy to trim and shape

• More elegant and manageable than standard Portuguese Laurel

Growing Conditions:

• Position: Sun or partial shade

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

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in all UK regions

• Maintenance: Prune once or twice per year to maintain height and shape

Ultimate Height & Spread (unpruned):

• Height: 3–4m

• Spread: 2–3m

• Can be maintained at 1–2m height

• Moderate growth: ~20–40cm per year

Prunus lusitanica 'Myrtifolia' is a smart, compact evergreen ideal for tidy hedges, structure, and year-round garden interest.