Bay Laurel Trees – Laurus Nobilis

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Bay Laurel Trees are renowned evergreens celebrated for their aromatic leaves, culinary versatility, and elegant form, making them a desirable addition to gardens and landscapes for their year-round beauty, fragrant foliage, and the option to harvest fresh bay leaves for culinary purposes, adding both visual and practical value to any outdoor space.

Bay Laurel Trees, scientifically known as Laurus nobilis, are highly esteemed evergreen trees with numerous qualities that make them an excellent choice for gardens and landscapes. These trees offer year-round greenery, aromatic foliage, and various benefits to wildlife and ecosystems. In this discussion, we will explore why Bay Laurel Trees are considered great evergreen trees, how they differ from other Laurel trees, the benefits they offer to wildlife, and how they can enhance a garden or landscape.

Great Evergreen Trees:
Bay Laurel Trees are regarded as exceptional evergreen trees for several reasons. Firstly, they feature dense foliage with glossy, leathery leaves that retain their vibrant green color throughout the year, ensuring an attractive and lush appearance even in colder months. Moreover, the leaves of Bay Laurel Trees emit a pleasant and distinct aroma, adding a sensory element to the landscape. These trees are versatile and can be pruned and shaped into hedges, topiaries, or even trained as standalone trees, providing structure and visual interest to the garden or landscape. Additionally, Bay Laurel Trees are relatively low-maintenance and have a long lifespan, making them a reliable choice for long-term beauty.

Differences from Other Laurel Trees:
Bay Laurel Trees have unique characteristics that differentiate them from other Laurel tree species. Unlike some other Laurel trees that have a more compact growth habit, Bay Laurel Trees tend to have a more open and spreading growth pattern. They can develop into a medium-sized tree, reaching heights of up to 40 feet (12 meters) under favorable conditions. Furthermore, Bay Laurel Trees are primarily cultivated for their aromatic leaves, which are commonly used as a culinary herb. This sets them apart from other Laurel trees, as the leaves of Bay Laurel Trees have high culinary value and are often harvested and utilized in cooking.

Benefits for Wildlife and Garden/Landscape:
Bay Laurel Trees offer numerous benefits for wildlife and contribute to a thriving ecosystem. The dense foliage and branching structure of these trees provide cover and nesting sites for various bird species, offering protection and shelter. The flowers of Bay Laurel Trees attract bees and other pollinators, contributing to pollination and supporting the overall biodiversity of the garden or landscape. Furthermore, the fruits produced by Bay Laurel Trees, known as bay berries, provide a food source for birds and other wildlife. In addition to their wildlife benefits, Bay Laurel Trees offer an elegant and timeless aesthetic to a garden or landscape. They can be used as standalone specimen trees, accent trees, or as part of a mixed planting scheme, adding beauty, texture, and fragrance to the outdoor environment.

Conclusion:
Bay Laurel Trees, with their evergreen foliage, aromatic leaves, and versatility, make exceptional choices for gardens and landscapes. They offer year-round beauty, pleasant fragrance, and a range of uses from culinary to ornamental. Bay Laurel Trees differ from other Laurel trees in their growth habit and culinary significance. They provide valuable benefits to wildlife, including shelter, food sources, and pollination support. In a garden or landscape setting, Bay Laurel Trees add visual interest, fragrance, and a touch of elegance, making them a valuable and rewarding addition to any outdoor space.

Style

Full Standard, Boxhead, Feathered, Multi Stem, Pleached, Half Standard Pleached, Umbrella, Half Standard, Espalier, Mini Standard, Ball, Cone, Spiral, Cube, Cloud Form, Cube Spiral, Cube Multiball, Pom-pom, Lollipop, Archway, Multiball 2, Multiball 3, Dome, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cylindrical Dome, Twisted Stem, Unique, Bonsai, Instant Hedge, Instant Screen, Hedging Plants

Root Type

Pot Grown, Rootball, Bare Root

Height

15-30cm, 30-50cm, 50-70cm, 70-90cm, 90-110cm, 110-130cm, 130-150cm, 150-170cm, 170-200cm, 200-230cm, 230-250cm, 250-270cm, 270-300cm, 300-350cm, 350-400cm, 400-450cm, 450-500cm, 500-600cm, 600-700cm, 10-20cm, 20-30cm, 30-40cm, 40-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, 70-80cm, 80-90cm, 90-100cm, 100-110cm, 110-120cm, 120-130cm, 130-140cm, 140-150cm

Stem Girth

4-6cm, 6-8cm, 8-10cm, 10-12cm, 12-14cm, 14-16cm, 16-18cm, 18-20cm, 20-22cm, 22-24cm, 24-26cm, 26-28cm, 28-30cm, 30-35cm, 35-40cm, 40-45cm, 45-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, N/A

Foliage Type

Evergreen

Origin

Not Native

Water Requirement

Moderate Watering

Growth Height

Tall Growing

Growth Speed

Fast Growth

Costal Growing

No

Conifer?

No

Flowering?

Yes

Berries?

0

Toxic?

0

Hard Wood Cutbacks?

0

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STANDARD DELIVERY TYPES

Box/Parcel – Used for plants sized 0-70cm, costs £12. Order £100 worth of plants of that size to qualify for free delivery! Parcel deliveries are always sent for next day delivery unless otherwise specified.

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In all cases you can request a private van delivery, where your plants are delivered by us. Upon your request we can re-evaluate your delivery fee and let you know of the delivery time.

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