The Cherry Laurel is a popular evergreen shrub widely used for hedging and screening due to its dense growth and lush foliage. It features long, large, glossy emerald-green leaves that create a rich and formal appearance in the garden. In spring, the plant produces strongly scented creamy white flowers that form upright clusters, adding seasonal interest while attracting bees and butterflies. The plant responds well to trimming, allowing it to be shaped and maintained as a neat formal hedge or left to grow more naturally as a dense screen. The Cherry Laurel has the added advantage of being considered relatively fire-retardant due to its dense, moisture-rich foliage, making it a practical as well as attractive addition to the garden.

Soil: Most free-draining soil types.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Coastal, heat, and frost tolerant ( to -8C)
Size: Height 6m x width 4m