Portuguese Laurel Root Ball 160/180cm

Portuguese Laurel – A Dense & Elegant Evergreen Hedging Plant

The Portuguese Laurel (Prunus lusitanica) is a robust and attractive evergreen shrub, highly valued for its dense foliage and elegant form. Perfect for creating privacy screens, hedging, or as a stand-alone specimen, it brings year-round beauty to gardens and landscapes.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

• Spring: Fresh, dark green leaves emerge, providing a vibrant and dense backdrop.
• Summer: Glossy, dark green foliage creates a lush, luxurious appearance, perfect for privacy.
• Autumn: Small, fragrant white flowers bloom, followed by red berries that turn black in winter.
• Winter: Retains its glossy leaves, offering year-round interest and structure.

Structure & Form

• Grows to 4-6m in height, with a compact and dense, bushy form.
• Perfect for creating tall hedges, screening, or as a specimen shrub in larger landscapes.
• Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in a variety of growing conditions.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Hedging & Screening: Ideal for creating privacy or a windbreak.
• Formal & Cottage Gardens: Blends beautifully in structured garden designs.
• Urban Gardens: Thrives in city conditions and urban environments.
• Wildlife-Friendly Spaces: Attracts birds with its berries.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.
• Soil: Tolerant of most well-drained soils, including clay, loamy, or sandy types.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy, enduring both frost and drought once established.
• Maintenance: Minimal pruning required, although occasional trimming helps maintain shape.

Why Choose Portuguese Laurel?

• Year-round interest with glossy evergreen leaves and attractive flowers.
• Low-maintenance and hardy, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
• Versatile for hedging, screening, and general landscaping.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Evergreens: Pair with Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens) or Yew (Taxus baccata) for additional structure.
• Flowering Shrubs: Combine with Rhododendron or Hydrangea for a colorful contrast.
• Perennials: Underplant with Hostas or Ferns for additional texture beneath the canopy.
• Groundcovers: Use Vinca minor (Periwinkle) or Pachysandra to create a lush, low-maintenance base.

Portuguese Laurel is the perfect solution for creating dense, evergreen privacy screens, providing a stylish, low-maintenance option for urban and country gardens alike.

Portuguese Laurel Root Ball 160/180cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth 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.