Prunus lusitanica (Portugal Laurel)

Type Tree, Hedging & Screening, Evergreen, Flowering
Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height)
Colours White Flowers (Summer early), Green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very Hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Fast Growing Plant
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Prunus lusitanica description: A fine evergreen tree that can be readily pruned to shape, thus making it suitable for hedging and screening. Slower growing and coping with most soil types this is a classier alternative to common laurel, especially in smaller gardens.

Prunus lusitanica cultivation notes: Laurel will flourish on most soils other than shallow chalk. Coping with full sun or part shade yet

Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Provides valuable winter interest; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Fruit / berry producing; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Suitable for hedging or topiary; Tolerates heavy clay soils; Suitable for planting in full shade.
Prunus lusitanica (Portugal Laurel)
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