Laurus nobilis – Bay Tree

Description

Laurus nobilis – Miles Choice – Bay Tree

DESCRIPTION: Naturally conical-shaped, evergreen tree or shrub with glossy, dark green, leathery leaves used for cooking

HEIGHT: 7.0m

WIDTH: 3.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Upright and dense

FOLIAGE: Deep green tough aromatic foliage. Glossy green and oval in shape.  

FLOWERS and FRUIT: Yellow fluffy flowers in spring

BARK: Reddish brown branches.

GROWTH RATE: Slow

LANDSCAPE USES: Hedging, topiary, culinary, screen

TOLERANCES: Prefers a full sun to part shade position. Frost, wind, and coastal tolerant

TREE CARE: Responds well to pruning. Plant in well drained soil and fertilise in Spring and Autumn for best results.