About Prunus laurocerasus Novita Standard 30 Litre Pot 8/10 Girth
Prunus laurocerasus ‘Novita’ Standard
Robust and handsome, Prunus laurocerasus ‘Novita’ is a tough, evergreen cherry laurel, here trained as a standard tree with a clear stem and a rounded head of glossy, leathery leaves. More resilient than the common cherry laurel, ‘Novita’ is valued for its vigour, cold-hardiness, and resistance to leaf spot.
In spring, upright clusters of fragrant white flowers appear, followed by small red to black berries, loved by birds. Its evergreen canopy provides year-round privacy, structure, and colour, making it perfect for patios, entrances, or formal planting schemes. Hardy and low-maintenance, it responds well to clipping and shaping.
Growing conditions:
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Position: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
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Aspect: Hardy throughout the UK; wind and cold-tolerant
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Care: Prune lightly in summer to maintain rounded head; water until established
Key features:
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Evergreen with large, glossy green leaves
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Upright clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring
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Berries in summer and autumn for wildlife
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Standard form with clear stem and rounded canopy
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Height & Spread (at maturity): 3–4 m tall, 2–3 m wide (kept compact by pruning)
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