with its interesting peeling bark and beautiful autumn foliage
valued both for its historical significance and culinary uses
manageable trees
suitable for confined spaces
5 metres in height
Laurus nobilis - Bay - Height 15-25cm - Bushy - 2lt New Arrivals with its interesting peeling barkLaurus nobilis, or Bay Laurel, is a dense, compact, slow growing, evergreen shrub or small tree of pyramidal habit, dark grey bark, and aromatic, narrowly ovate, leathery, dark green leaves used in cooking, especially in French and Mediterranean cuisine. Clusters of small, yellowish flowers bloom in spring and are followed by glossy, dark purple, berry like drupes. Bay Laurel can grow in a wide range of soils, as long as they are well drained, but