Soils

Cherry laurel adapts to most soil types. Its preference is moist, well-draining soils. Avoid shallow chalk and wet ground

Location

Cherry laurel can be positioned in sun or shade

Annual Growth Rate

Cherry laurel are fast growing 50-60cm per annum and require regular maintenance to keep in check.

pH TOLERANCE

Prefers not too heavy, moderately dry to moist soil.

Root Structure

Cherry laurel have strong deep main roots

Potential

The best hedge for sound reduction, and can also filter air pollution.

Annual Trimming

Cherry laurel should be pruned/trimmed back in March and again in September

Characteristics

If required, cherry laurel creates an outstanding statement hedge that can be grown very deep and very tall.

Cherry laurel hedges are fast-growing, hardy and adaptable to most soil types and can be positioned in full sun or shade locations.

Tip 1: Cherry laurel need space to grow and will not tolerate being kept narrow, so consider this when choosing your hedge.

Tip 2: Cherry laurel will quickly grow into a dense, deep hedge, a good choice for sound reduction such as passing vehicle road noise.

Price & Availability

Season

Spring - Summer

Instant Hedge

Pricing

1.2m

1.5m

1.8m

2.0m

Hedge Elements

Pricing

1.2m

1.5m

1.8m

2.0m

2.5m

3.0m – 6.0m+

Hedge Plants

Pricing

0.8m

1.2m

1.5m

1.8m

2.0m

2.5m

3.0m – 6.0m+

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