portuguese laurel topiary
Portuguese laurel topiary, crafted from Prunus lusitanica, is a classic choice for New Zealand gardens seeking elegant structure and evergreen beauty. Renowned for its rich, glossy leaves and compact growth habit, Portuguese laurel topiary instantly transforms spaces with bold shapes and year-round greenery. Whether you’re designing formal hedges, decorative spheres, or unique standards, Prunus lusitanica adapts wonderfully to pruning and thrives in a variety of garden conditions across the country. Its resilience, drought tolerance, and lush foliage make Portuguese laurel topiary perfect for borders, patio features, and timeless landscape designs.
Prunus lusitanica
Prunus lusitanica, commonly known as the Portuguese Laurel, is a large shrub that is widely grown across the world. It features dark red stems that bear lush, dense, and dark green leaves. The white flowers are small and fragrant, followed by small, dark purple berries. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Prunus lusitanica is an excellent plant for a large garden. It is commonly used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted for screening and shelter, used for topiary, or included in a “white” garden. Landscape designers favour Portuguese Laurels for their elegance and versatility.
From $29.63
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
5.00 m - Spread:
4.00 m - Flowering time:
Summer - Garden uses:
Hedging, Pool areas, Screening, Topiary - Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
