Portuguese Laurel 80-90cm

Portuguese Laurel – Prunus Lusitanica

Prunus lusitanica angustifolia. Portuguese Laurel is a large evergreen shrub of spreading habit with dark red shoots and deep green leaves. Small, fragrant white flowers in early summer, are followed by small, dark purple fruits.  Portuguese Laurel 80-90cm

Name: Prunus lusitanica angustifolia

Approx. Height and spread: as required for hedge, or up to 10M x 8M

Position:  Sun – part shade

Soil Ph: All

Moisture: Welldrained. Moist, but well drained

Hardiness: Fully Har

‘…Makes a great alternative to the more common ‘cherry’ laurel’