10 x 300-350cm Cherry Laurel (Rootball)

Description

Price Per Plant £232.49

Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) is one of the most versatile and reliable evergreen screening plants available, perfect for creating year-round privacy and structure in any garden. This collection of ten rootball specimens, each reaching 300-350cm in height, offers excellent value for establishing a substantial hedge or mixed border planting. The glossy, rich green foliage remains ornamental throughout the year, providing dense coverage even during the harshest winter months when deciduous plants have lost their leaves.

These plants are remarkably easy to establish and maintain, making them ideal for both experienced gardeners and newcomers. Cherry Laurel thrives in most soil types, though it prefers well-draining conditions and performs best in partial shade to full sun. Once planted, they’re fairly drought-tolerant and require minimal feeding. A light trim after flowering in spring will keep plants neat and encourage bushier growth, though they’re also tolerant of harder pruning if you need to reshape or reduce size.

The creamy white flower clusters appear in spring, attracting pollinators and adding seasonal interest before the plants settle into their role as a structural evergreen. The dense habit naturally suppresses weeds and creates an effective windbreak, whilst the substantial height of these specimens means you won’t need to wait years for your hedge to mature. Rootball plants establish more quickly than container-grown alternatives and represent excellent value for larger landscaping projects.

Cherry Laurel is particularly valuable for problem areas where other plants struggle. It tolerates deep shade better than many screening plants, copes with coastal exposure, and isn’t fussy about soil pH. Whether you’re planning a formal hedge, informal woodland-style planting, or need to screen an unsightly view, this collection provides an instant solution with year-round visual impact and minimal ongoing maintenance requirements.