Portuguese Laurel Hedge Plants 150-175cm | Prunus lusitanica

Portuguese Laurel (Prunus lusitanica) root ball plants, 150-175cm tall, ideal for privacy hedging and screening in UK gardens.

Key Features

• Evergreen, dense foliage for year-round privacy
• Height delivered: 150-175cm measured from root ball
• Rootballed for improved establishment in hedges
• Growth rate: 30-50cm per year (medium)
• Tolerates full sun to deep shade and urban conditions
• Minimum order: 5 plants

Uses

• Screening, garden boundaries, driveway, and woodland edges
• Effective windbreak and noise reduction hedge
• Suitable for planting under trees and in difficult shade

FAQs

• Is Portuguese laurel suited for privacy hedges? Yes, dense evergreen foliage offers effective screening all year.
• How does it compare to cherry laurel? Portuguese laurel has a neater, more formal appearance, slightly slower growth, and red stems.
• What are the maintenance requirements? Trim 1-2 times per year to maintain shape; tolerant of heavy pruning.
• Where can I plant these laurel root balls? They thrive in sun or shade—even under established trees.
• How many plants per 10m? Space at 2-3 per metre; you will need 20-30 plants for a 10-metre hedge.