Cherry Laurel

What are Cherry Laurel?

Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to regions of Asia and Europe and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves of cherry laurel are glossy, dark green, and leathery, and the plant produces fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by small black or red cherry-like fruits. Cherry Laurel is also used for it's dense foliage to create hedges and screens. However, all parts of the plant, especially the leaves and seeds, contain toxic compounds that can be harmful if ingested by humans and animals.

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Key Information:

• Soil
  Plant in well drained soil
• When To Plant
  Early Spring or Autumn
• Plant Type
  Everygreen shrub
• Feeding
  Slow release fertiliser
• Compost
  Multi-Purpose
• Watering
  Water deeply once a week during dry spells
• Pruning
  Prune to maintain desired shape or size. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to avoid cutting off growth
• Light
  Full sun to partial shade
• Did You Know?
  Cherry Laurel can grow up to 20-40 feet tall and 10-30 feet wide

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Types of Cherry Laurel:

1. English cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia')
2. Dwarf cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken')
3. Schipka cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Schipkaensis')
4. Carolina cherry laurel (Prunus caroliniana)
5. Laurel cherry (Prunus laurocerasus 'Zabeliana')
6. Portugal laurel (Prunus lusitanica)

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