40cm Variegated Portuguese Laurel Hedging Plant Pot Grown

40cm pot grown Prunus lusitanica 'Variegata' is a hardy evergreen hedging plant with variegated cream-margined leaves, ideal for UK privacy screens and year-round planting.

Key Characteristics

• Height supplied: 35-45cm in a 3 litre pot
• Ultimate height/spread: 3-5m
• Evergreen with dense, variegated foliage
• Produces white flowers in June

Planting & Position

• Suitable for sun or shade
• Tolerates most well-drained soil types
• Excellent for boundary hedges, driveways, and screening

Maintenance & Care

• Moderate growth rate; trim once or twice yearly for shape
• Low maintenance requirements once established

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Portuguese laurel suitable as a privacy hedge in the UK? Yes, its dense, evergreen habit provides all-year privacy and screening in most UK climates.
• How does variegated laurel compare with common laurel? Variegated types offer unique, decorative foliage but similar growth rate and hardiness.
• Will it grow in shade and moist soils? Portuguese laurel tolerates shade but prefers soils that drain well to avoid root issues.
• Growth and maintenance needs? Moderate annual growth (20-40cm); clip in late spring or early autumn as needed.
• Year-round planting suitability? Delivered pot-grown for safe planting at any time of year except during severe ground frost.