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. Read more
About this plant
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.