Prunus lusitanica

Name: Prunus lusitanica
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 12245o
Price: 260.65 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)

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Prunus lusitanicus, commonly known as the Portuguese Laurel, is a large shrub that is widely grown across the world. It features dark red stems that bear lush and dense, dark green leaves. The white flowers are small and fragrant and are followed by small, dark purple berries. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Prunus lusitanicus is a great plant for a large garden and is commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted for screening and shelter, used for topiary, or included in a “white” garden. Landscape designers favour Portuguese Laurels for their elegance and versatility.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	5.00 m
Spread:	4.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Hedging, Pool areas, Screening, Topiary
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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Prunus lusitanica Details

Prunus lusitanicus, commonly known as the Portuguese Laurel, is a large shrub grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It features dark red stems that bear lush and dense, dark green leaves. The white flowers are small and fragrant, borne in clusters up to 25 cm long through summer, and are followed by small, dark purple berries. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance with a Portuguese Laurel is achieved when it is grown on a well-drained site in full sun. It will tolerate frosts once established as well as periods of dry. Prunus lusitanicus is a great plant for a large garden and is commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted for screening and shelter, used for topiary, or included in a “white” garden. Portuguese Laurels are favoured by landscape designers due to their elegance and versatility.