Laurus nobilis
Sweet Bay
Bay Laurel, Grecian LaurelPlant Facts
Scientific Name | Laurus nobilis |
Principal Common Name | Sweet Bay |
Common Name(s) | Bay Laurel, Grecian Laurel |
Synonym | |
Description | A multi-stemmed small tree with leather fragrant medium to dark green leaves. |
General Comments | The aromatic leaves are used in cooking. A good container plant. A great plant for classic shaped topiary. |
Origin | |
Nativity | Mediterranean |
Height Range | 12 - 0 FT |
Spread Range | 12 - 0 FT |
Flower Showy | N |
Warning | |
Sunset Zones | 5 : 6 : 7 : 8 : 9 : 12 : 13 : 14 : 15 : 16 : 17 : 18 : 19 : 20 : 21 : 22 : 23 : 24 |
USDA Zones | |
Leaf Color | Dark Green : Medium Green |
Leaf Texture | Leathery |
Form | Shrub : Small Tree |
Flower Color | Yellow |
Flower Time | Spring |
Months | |
Ease of Growing | Average |
Light Preferences | Sun (minimum 8 hours direct sun) : Partial Shade |
Soil Preferences | Any : Well-drained |
Watering Preferences | None : Sparse |
Outstanding Features | Drought tolerant : Evergreen : Fragrance : Poor Soil tolerant |
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