Cherry Laurel Shrubs for Sale

Cherry or English Laurels are fast-growing evergreen shrubs or small trees. Create an evergreen privacy screen with this larger growing shrub. Growing up to 20 feet tall with a 10+ foot wide spread, space the Cherry Laurel plants approximately 6 to 10 feet apart.

Cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) is a versatile evergreen shrub that is popular in gardens and landscapes for its dense foliage for creating hedges and fast growth. Known for its glossy, dark green leaves, the cherry laurel offers year-round interest and serves as an excellent choice for creating privacy hedges or windbreaks. Its ability to thrive in various soil types and tolerate shade conditions makes it a favorite option for gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants.

Beautiful glossy, dark green leaves are an excellent backdrop to colorful flowering perennial plants.

• Rapid growing evergreen typically grows 2 feet per year.
• Larval host to Eastern Tiger Swallowtail.
• Wildlife food source.
• Evergreen privacy plant
• Grows in full sun to part shade.
• Will grow in poor soil.
• Fruits and flowers attract butterflies, pollinator insects, songbirds.

Though it isn't a popular trait, the cherry laurel blooms in the spring, producing small, fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators. These blooms are followed by small black fruits that provide food for birds, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.

Note: Cherry laurel leaves, seeds and stems are toxic when ingested by humans, dogs, cats and horses.

Visit The Spruce for more information on growing the cherry laurel in your yard. -> How to Grow and Care for Cherry Laurel

Whether you're looking to add structure to your garden or create a natural screen, cherry laurel proves to be an exceptional choice. Its low maintenance requirements and aesthetic appeal make it a top pick for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Prunus laurocerasus Cherry Laurel, English Laurel in the Rosaceae family