prunus lusitanica shrub
The Prunus lusitanica shrub, commonly known as Portuguese Laurel, is an enduring favourite in New Zealand gardens thanks to its stunning evergreen foliage, dense habit, and versatility. This elegant shrub offers year-round structure and privacy, acting as an ideal hedge or screening plant. With glossy dark green leaves, attractive red stems, and clusters of fragrant white flowers in early summer, the Prunus lusitanica shrub brings both beauty and practicality to your landscape. Whether you’re establishing a formal boundary or adding backbone planting to your borders, Portuguese Laurel is a reliable choice that adapts well to a range of conditions.
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.
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- 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
