Overview

Transform your garden into a verdant sanctuary with our high-quality cherry laurel live plants. These resilient shrubs are an excellent choice for anyone looking to establish a dense, evergreen privacy screen or a sophisticated border. Shipped as dormant bare-root plants, each measuring 1-2 feet tall, they are perfectly prepared for planting and rapid establishment. The Cherry Laurel, scientifically known as Prunus laurocerasus, is celebrated for its glossy, dark green leaves that provide year-round visual appeal. Its fast-growing nature makes it an ideal solution for quickly creating natural barriers and enhancing the aesthetic value of your outdoor space. These cherry laurel shrubs are known for their adaptability and hardiness, making them a reliable addition to many landscape designs.

Our cherry laurel bare root plants are specifically cultivated to ensure a strong start in your garden. Dormant roots mean less transplant shock and a higher success rate once planted. They are incredibly versatile, suitable for a variety of uses from formal hedges to informal garden plantings. With minimal care requirements once established, these shrubs are a fantastic option for both experienced gardeners and those new to landscaping. Expect beautiful, dense foliage that will provide privacy and a lush green backdrop throughout all seasons.

Key Benefits

Investing in cherry laurel live plants offers numerous advantages for your home and garden:

• Evergreen Privacy: The dense, glossy leaves of the Cherry Laurel provide excellent year-round screening, creating a natural and effective privacy hedge. Enjoy seclusion and beauty in every season.
• Fast Growth Rate: These shrubs grow quickly, allowing you to establish a mature hedge or border in a relatively short period, providing immediate impact to your landscape.
• Winter Hardy: Specifically adapted to thrive in USDA Zones 6-9, these winter hardy shrubs are robust and resilient, capable of withstanding cold temperatures and maintaining their vibrant foliage through the winter months.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, Cherry Laurel requires minimal care, making it a perfect choice for busy gardeners. It’s tolerant of various conditions and generally pest-resistant.
• Adaptable to Light Conditions: This versatile plant can flourish in full sun to partial shade, giving you flexibility in where you choose to plant your cherry laurel shrubs.
• Enhanced Landscape Appeal: With its lush green foliage and elegant appearance, Cherry Laurel significantly boosts the aesthetic appeal of any garden, whether used as a hedge, windbreak, or decorative planting.
• Erosion Control: The strong root systems of these shrubs can help stabilize soil on slopes, making them a practical choice for erosion control in addition to their ornamental value.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your cherry laurel live plants is straightforward, ensuring they grow into strong, beautiful additions to your landscape. These plants prefer well-draining soil, ideally a loamy or sandy loam mix. Ensure the planting site has good drainage to prevent root rot, especially during wetter periods. When planting your cherry laurel bare root plants, dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots spread out, and deep enough so the crown of the plant is level with the soil surface. Backfill with soil, gently firming around the roots to remove air pockets, and water thoroughly.

For sunlight exposure, Cherry Laurel is quite adaptable, thriving in full sun to partial shade. For optimal growth and density, aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, but it will also perform well in areas with morning sun and afternoon shade. Moderate watering is key, especially during the establishment phase. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once established, these evergreen privacy hedge plants are relatively drought-tolerant, but occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells will promote healthier growth. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer to support vigorous growth.

Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, or in mid-summer after flowering. This helps maintain the desired shape and density of your cherry laurel shrubs. These robust plants are generally resistant to most pests and diseases, but keep an eye out for common issues like powdery mildew or shot hole disease, addressing them promptly with appropriate organic or chemical treatments if necessary. With proper care, your Cherry Laurel will provide years of beauty and privacy. These winter hardy shrubs are a resilient and rewarding choice for many gardeners.

Size & Details

This offering includes two cherry laurel live plants, shipped as dormant bare-root specimens. Each plant measures approximately 1-2 feet (12-24 inches) in height upon arrival, providing a good starting point for establishing your hedge or garden feature. As dormant bare-root plants, they are optimized for successful transplanting and will begin to sprout new foliage once planted in suitable conditions. The vigorous growth habit of Cherry Laurel means these plants will quickly put on new height and width, typically growing 1-2 feet per year once established. Expect them to reach a mature height of 10-18 feet and a spread of 5-10 feet, depending on pruning and growing conditions. These cherry laurel bare root plants are ideal for creating a substantial privacy screen or a lush, decorative element in your landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big do these cherry laurel live plants get? A: Upon arrival, the plants are 1-2 feet tall dormant bare roots. Once established, they can grow to a mature height of 10-18 feet and a spread of 5-10 feet, depending on growing conditions and pruning.
• Q: Are these plants suitable for an evergreen privacy hedge? A: Yes, Cherry Laurel is an excellent choice for creating a dense, evergreen privacy hedge due to its fast growth and lush foliage that remains green year-round.
• Q: How much sunlight do these cherry laurel shrubs need? A: Cherry Laurel thrives in full sun to partial shade, meaning it prefers at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily but can tolerate some shade, especially in hotter climates.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? Is it good for beginners? A: Yes, once established, Cherry Laurel is relatively low-maintenance and adaptable, making it a good choice for both experienced and novice gardeners looking for winter hardy shrubs.
• Q: What condition will the plants arrive in? A: The plants are shipped as dormant bare-root specimens, 1-2 feet tall. This means they will not have leaves upon arrival but are ready to establish strong roots and begin new growth after planting.
• Q: When is the best time to plant cherry laurel bare root plants? A: The best time to plant bare-root Cherry Laurel is in early spring or late fall when the plants are dormant and the weather is cool, allowing them to establish roots before extreme temperatures.
• Q: Will these plants survive winter in my zone? A: These cherry laurel live plants are winter hardy and thrive in USDA Zones 6-9, meaning they are well-suited to withstand the winter conditions in these regions.
• Q: What type of soil is best for Cherry Laurel? A: Cherry Laurel prefers well-draining soil, ideally a loamy or sandy loam mix. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root issues.
• Q: Do these shrubs produce flowers or berries? A: Cherry Laurel does produce small, fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by small, dark, berry-like fruits. Please note the fruits are generally not consumed by humans.
• Q: How often should I water my newly planted Cherry Laurel? A: Newly planted bare-root Cherry Laurel should be watered regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the first growing season to aid establishment.