30/40cm Pot Grown Common Laurel Hedging Plant (Prunus laurocerasus)

30/40cm Pot Grown Common Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia') offers fast-growing, dense evergreen screening for UK gardens. These vigorous, bushy hedging plants are supplied in 2-litre pots and can be planted year-round.

Key Features

• Evergreen foliage, providing year-round privacy
• Growth rate: up to 30-60cm per year in optimal conditions
• Supplied height: 30/40cm above pot (overall, including pot: 40/60cm)
• 2-litre pot grown for robust root establishment
• Produces white flower spikes (spring/early summer); black berries attract birds
• Hardy, low-maintenance, tolerant of UK climates

Comparison: Common Laurel vs Leylandii

• Laurel is easier to trim/manage than leylandii
• Less likely to outgrow space, ideal for boundary planting

Planting and Care

• Plant in full sun to partial shade; prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Recommended planting: 3 per metre for a standard hedge, 5 per metre staggered for dense screening
• Water regularly in the first year; mulch to retain soil moisture

FAQs

Is common laurel suitable for fast-growing privacy hedges? Yes, expect 30-60cm of growth per year after establishment.

How do 30/40cm pot grown laurels compare to leylandii? Laurels are easier to shape, less prone to overgrowth, and provide attractive foliage and seasonal flowers/berries.

Are pot grown laurels easy to establish? Yes, 2-litre pot plants adapt quickly and can be planted at any time of year, provided soil isn't frozen or waterlogged.

How many laurels per metre for a dense hedge? Use 3 per metre in a straight row or 5 staggered for increased density.