150-175cm Pot Grown Common Laurel Hedging (Prunus Rotundifolia)

150-175cm Pot Grown Common Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus Rotundifolia) provides fast-growing, evergreen screening ideal for instant privacy hedges. Supplied in 20L pots, these bushy specimens are suitable for planting any time of year and adapt well to both full sun and partial shade.

Key Features

• Height upon delivery: 150-175cm (5-6ft)
• Pot size: 20 litre
• Foliage: Dense, rounded evergreen leaves
• Growth rate: Up to 60cm per year under ideal conditions
• Flowering: White flower spikes in spring to early summer
• Wildlife benefit: Black fruits feed birds

Planting and Care

• Site: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Moist, well-draining preferred
• Spacing: One plant per metre for dense hedge
• Hardiness: Tolerates UK climates; low maintenance once established

FAQs

• Is pot grown common laurel suitable for instant privacy hedging? Yes, delivered at 1.5–1.75m tall and with dense growth, these laurels provide immediate screening.
• How does common laurel compare to leylandii or other fast growers? Common laurel is less vigorous than leylandii, easier to manage, but remains fast-growing and evergreen.
• Can pot grown laurel be planted year round? Yes, pot grown stock can establish in any season as long as the ground isn't frozen or waterlogged.
• What’s required for after-planting maintenance? Water regularly in the first year; trim annually to encourage dense growth.
• Is this better value than bare root? Pot-grown plants are more established, giving instant impact but at a higher price than bare root equivalents.