Evergreen Common Laurel Hedge 60-80cm Root Ball UK

Evergreen privacy hedging for the UK: Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia', known as Common Laurel, thrives in Britain's climate and provides year-round screening as a fast-growing hedge. Supplied as a 60-80cm root ball for reliable establishment.

Key Features

• Species: Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' (Common Laurel, Cherry Laurel)
• Growth Rate: Up to 30-60cm per year under average UK conditions
• Height Supplied: 60-80cm root ball plants
• Foliage: Dense, glossy green leaves; evergreen
• Flowers/Berries: White spring flowers, red to black berries in autumn
• Wildlife: Flowers for pollinators, berries attract birds (toxic to pets & children if ingested)
• Coverage: Single row planting at 2-3 per metre recommended for immediate impact

FAQs

• Is common laurel suitable for privacy hedging in the UK? Yes, highly tolerant of UK conditions and provides dense evergreen cover.
• How fast does it grow? Typically 30-60cm/year, faster than most native hedges.
• Are berries safe? No, all parts (incl. berries/leaves) are toxic if eaten. Avoid planting where children or pets play unsupervised.
• When to plant? Best planted autumn to early spring while dormant; root balls establish quickly in cool, moist soil.
• Does a 60/80cm laurel give good first-year coverage? Yes; at correct spacing, it forms a substantial, leafy screen in the first year.