Prunus laurocerasus Novita 7.5L

Prunus laurocerasus Novita

Why Buy Me?

• Best used as a hedging plant
• Fast growing and compact/dense
• Fragrant flowers

Growing Conditions

• Light:
  Full sun to full shade. Highly adaptable and reliable in various light conditions.

• Soil:
  Moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates clay, loam, chalk, and sandy soils. Performs best in neutral to slightly alkaline soil.

• Exposure:
  Tolerates both sheltered and exposed sites. More cold-hardy than standard cherry laurel varieties, making it suitable for harsher climates.

• Drought Tolerance:
  High once established. Tolerates dry shade and periodic drought well.

Cultivation & Care

• Planting Time:
  Plant in spring or autumn when soil is moist and workable.

• Spacing:
  For hedging, space 60–100 cm (2–3 feet) apart depending on desired density. Grows 3–4 m tall and wide if left unpruned.

• Watering & Fertilization:
  Water regularly during the first year. Once established, water only during extended dry spells. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed.

• Mulching & Pruning:
  Mulch in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in late spring or early summer to shape or maintain hedge form. Can be cut back hard if rejuvenation is needed.

• Propagation:
  Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring:
  Upright spikes of fragrant white flowers appear in mid to late spring (on untrimmed shrubs).

• Summer:
  Dense, glossy dark green evergreen leaves provide year-round coverage.

• Autumn:
  Occasional production of small black berries, which are attractive to birds (note: toxic if ingested by humans).

• Winter:
  Evergreen. Maintains thick foliage and excellent screening through the cold season.

Wildlife & Garden Use

• Wildlife:
  Flowers attract bees and other pollinators. Berries are a food source for birds. Dense habit provides shelter for small animals and nesting birds.

• Garden Use:
  Excellent for formal or informal hedging, privacy screening, windbreaks, or foundation planting. Suitable for urban gardens, large landscapes, and noise buffers.

• Companion Plants:
  Complements other shade-tolerant shrubs like Viburnum, Skimmia, Mahonia, and Sarcococca. Works well with spring bulbs and woodland perennials like Hellebores and Ferns.

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