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Laurus nobilis
Sweet Bay
Bay Laurel, Grecian Laurel
Plant 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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