Laurus nobilis Bay Tree,Culinary Bay Leaf, 2ltr,1-2ft

Laurus nobilis

Sweet Bay, Culinary Bay Leaf, Bay Laurel, Bay Tree

Native to the Southern Mediterranean region

A pyramid shape aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub with glossy, oval, dark green leaves which are smooth and leathery.  This plant is grown commercially for its aromatic leaves.  Clusters of small, star-shaped, pale yellow flowers are produced from late spring to early summer, followed on the female plants, by green, then black fruits.

The popular culinary seasoning, bay leaf, is used extensively in cooking, always remove the bay leaves before serving. The leaves can be used fresh or dried.  Store in an air-tight container.

A favourite choice for topiary sculptures.

This plant holds the RHS prestigious award of Garden Merit (AGM) which is for plants of outstanding excellence.  An essential foliage plant for the herb garden.

Height:  It can reach heights of upto 12 metres, (40ft) if left unpruned, however this plant responds well to pruning and can be kept quite happily, as a spreading shrub.

Spread:  Again, if left unpruned it will naturally spread to10 metres (32ft), however this plant responds well to pruning and can be trained to what ever shape you require.

Position:   Full sun or partial shade.  Shelter from cold winds.

Soil:  Adaptable, this plant will tolerate everything from well-drained/light soils to clay/heavy soils. Acidic or chalky/alkaline. 

Prefers a fertile, well-drained soil.

Flowers:   Clusters of small, star-shaped, pale yellow flowers from late spring to early summer.

Hardiness:   Frost Hardy. But foliage may be scorched by extremely cold weather or strong, cold winds.  In colder climates this plant can be grown in a container and moved to a sheltered position in the garden.

Uses:   Specimen, woodland garden, topiary, standards, traditionally trained and clipped into structural features in formal gardens, patios, tubs and containers.

Rate of Growth;   Average

Easy to grow.

The plant you will receive is a well established, healthy, 2ltr plant of approx 1 -2ft in height.  It will be packaged within its pot, (to protect the roots), to a very high standard to ensure its safe arrival to yourself.

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