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Portuguese Laurel Super Sized 3/3.5m 160 Litre Pot

Portuguese Laurel Super Sized 3/3.5m 160 Litre Pot

Prunus lusitanica
Monster sized plant at 3/3.5m tall and 80/100cm wide. You will need a machine to move these or 4 strong men and a plastic sheet. 1 per metre.
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Portugal laurel
Prunus lusitanica
RHS AGM Winner Pollinator Friendly
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
H5 (-15 to -10°C)
Mature size
Higher than 12m tall × Wider than 8m wide
Flowers
White
Flowering
Summer
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Moderate
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About Portuguese Laurel Super Sized 3/3.5m 160 Litre Pot

Portuguese Laurel Instant Hedging 3/3.5m – Dense Evergreen Privacy Screen

Portuguese Laurel (Prunus lusitanica) is a premium evergreen hedging plant, prized for its dense, glossy foliage, elegant form, and instant impact. Supplied at 3- 3.5m, this instant hedging offers immediate structure, privacy, and year-round screening for gardens and landscapes.

Seasonal Beauty & Colour

  • Spring: Fresh flush of dark green, glossy leaves and fragrant clusters of small white flowers.
  • Summer: Dense evergreen foliage maintains a neat, formal look.
  • Autumn: Rich green canopy remains intact, offering long-lasting coverage.
  • Winter: Retains full foliage, providing reliable screening and wind protection.

Structure & Growth

  • Height & Spread: Supplied at 3 - 3.5m for instant maturity and cover.

  • Ultimate Height: Higher than 12m
  • Ultimate Spread: Wider than 8m

  • Habit: Upright, bushy, and naturally dense—ideal for hedging and boundaries.

  • Foliage: Small, glossy dark green leaves with a fine texture for a refined look.

Perfect For

  • Creating instant privacy and screening in gardens
  • Defining property boundaries with a smart, formal hedge
  • Shelterbelts and windbreaks in exposed areas
  • Contemporary or traditional garden designs

Planting & Care

  • Position: Full sun to partial shade.

  • Soil: Grows well in fertile, well-drained soil; adaptable to chalky or clay conditions.

  • Hardiness: Fully hardy in UK climates.

  • Maintenance: Trim once or twice a year to maintain shape and density.

Why Choose Portuguese Laurel Instant Hedging?

  • Immediate height and coverage at 3 - 3.5m
  • Evergreen foliage for year-round privacy
  • Elegant, dense growth that responds well to trimming
  • Hardy, low-maintenance, and long-lived

Companion Planting Ideas

  • Pair with ornamental grasses for softness at the base.

  • Combine with flowering shrubs like Hydrangea or Viburnum for seasonal contrast.

  • Use alongside evergreens such as Buxus or Taxus for a layered hedge design.

Portuguese Laurel Instant Hedging 3 - 3.5m is the ultimate choice for creating a mature, evergreen screen with immediate impact—perfect for privacy, structure, and timeless garden style.

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