Laurus nobilis
- Shrub
- Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
- 150 cm-2 m high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Valuable foliage plant
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 1 - 2 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 150 - 200 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | April - May |
| Flower colour | White, Yellowish green |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -10°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Light shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Laurus nobilis |
|---|---|
| Genus | Laurus |
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Common names | NL: laurier |
| Awards | Award of Garden Merit (AGM) |
| Origin | Europe, South |
