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If you’re searching for laurel plants for sale in New Zealand, you’re in the right place. Laurel plants are loved for their lush evergreen foliage, versatility in both formal and informal gardens, and their range of uses from culinary to ornamental. Whether you want to create a classic hedge, add year-round greenery to your backyard, or grow your own bay leaves for cooking, we have a variety of laurel species and cultivars to suit every garden style and purpose.

Laurus 'Pride Of Provence' young trees at The Plant Company nursery.

Laurus nobilis Pride of Provence

Laurus nobilis 'Pride of Provence' is a variety of Laurel selected for its compact growth habit. This evergreen tree features lush, glossy, dark green leaves, which are aromatic and somewhat leathery in appearance. Flowers produced in spring are pale yellow-green and result in small and glossy, black berries as it grows to 2 m tall and the same width. Laurus nobilis 'Pride of Provence' is an excellent plant for trimming into a hedge, using as a screening plant, planting as a backdrop for smaller plants, maintaining in a container, or growing as a specimen. The leaves on this variety are the well-known Bay Leaves, and can be used fresh or dry in cooking to add flavour to dishes.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Culinary, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, White
A Laurus nobilis 'Angustifolia' small specimen tree in a garden.

Laurus nobilis angustifolia

Laurus nobilis angustifolia is a variety of Laurel grown for its compact growth habit and elegant foliage. This evergreen tree features lush, dark green leaves that are aromatic when crushed. Flowers produced in spring are pale yellow-green and result in small, glossy, black berries as it grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide. Laurus nobilis angustifolia is ideal for trimming into a hedge, using as a screening plant, planting as a backdrop for smaller plants, maintaining in a container, shaping into a topiary, or growing as a specimen. The leaves on this variety are the well-known Bay Leaves, and can be used fresh or dry in cooking to add flavour to dishes.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Culinary, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, White
Quercus laurina specimen tree with lush, green foliage.

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Portuguese Laurel (Prunus lusitanica) standard trees bordering a driveway.

Prunus lusitanica

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Pittosporum tobira green foliage and elegant white flowers.

Pittosporum tobira (Australian Laurel)

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Laurus nobilis foliage and flowers.

Laurus nobilis

Laurus nobilis is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly grown as a specimen, used as a hedge (both trimmed and untrimmed), added to a...

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Prunus laurocerasus

Prunus laurocerasus, commonly known as cherry laurel, is a versatile evergreen tree renowned for its dense, glossy dark green leaves and fragrant...

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Laurus nobilis Pride of Provence

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Why Choose Laurel Plants?

Laurel plants are a fantastic choice for Kiwi gardeners, thriving in our varied climates and providing a reliable, handsome backdrop all year long. They’re generally hardy, low-maintenance, and some species, like the classic Bay Tree, are highly valued for their aromatic leaves in the kitchen. Laurels work beautifully as structural hedges, privacy screens, or as elegant statement shrubs in the garden.

Popular Laurel Varieties Available

We offer a curated selection of laurel plants for sale, including both classic and unique varieties:

How to Grow and Care for Laurel Plants

Laurel plants are generally easy to grow in New Zealand conditions. Most varieties prefer well-drained soil and will thrive in full sun to part shade. Regular watering during the establishment period and a mulch in spring will keep your plants happy. Pruning laurel hedges is straightforward—regular trimming in late summer will maintain a tidy, dense shape. Fertilize once or twice a year with a balanced shrub food for the best results.

Uses for Laurels in the Garden

Laurels are incredibly versatile. Use them for hedges and topiary, as statement specimens, or as part of a mixed border. Laurus nobilis Pride of Provence is particularly prized for its use in culinary dishes, while the variegated leaves of Aucuba Picturata (Japanese Laurel Plant) brighten shaded corners. The adaptability and resilience of Prunus lusitanica make it superb for shelterbelts and privacy screens.

Shop Laurel Plants for Sale Online

Explore our range of laurel plants for sale and find the perfect variety to suit your garden and lifestyle. Your chosen plants will be carefully packaged and delivered to your door, ready to thrive and beautify your outdoor space for years to come. Discover the benefits of laurels—classic, reliable, and always stylish additions to any New Zealand garden.


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