Care

Planting & Growing

Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to develop an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Apply fertilizer as new growth begins in spring. Slow growing; prune only as needed to maintain desired size and shape.

Deer Resistant Yes
Family Laurel
Bloom Time Inconspicuous; foliage prized for culinary use.
Foliage Color Green
Genus Laurus
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 8
Landscape Uses Screening, Garden, Container
Light Needs Full Sun, Partial Shade
Mature Height 15 feet
Prune Time Can Prune At Anytime
Water Needs Average to Moist