Prunus lusitanica – Laurel, Portugal laurel

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Prunus lusitanica – Laurel, Portugal laurel

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Grows from a shrub into a small to medium-size tree with a very dense branching and round crown. In nature the tree can reach a height of approx. 20 m, but in culture it remains significantly smaller. The young twigs are conspicuously purple coloured which contrasts nicely with the dark green glossy leaf. The leaves feel leathery. In June the substantial, erect racemes with cream-coloured flowers appear. The flowers have a sweet and pleasant fragrance. After the blossom, oval fruits are formed. These turn from green or red to dark red to blackish purple. Thanks to the firm, leathery leaf, the tree is very wind resistant and can also tolerate sea wind. Suitable for use in parks and gardens, solitary or in groups. Needs protection against cold, drying wind.

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Specifications
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Height
5 - 15 (20) m
Crown
round, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
twigs purple to purple-green, bark black-brown, smooth
Leaf
evergreen, oval to elongated-oval, pointed tip, glossy dark green, 6 - 12 cm, evergreen
Flowers
cream♂ white, 1 - 1.5 cm, in terminal and axillar♂ racemes, 15 - 25 cm, June
Fruits
dark red to blackish purple, oval
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
any, provided it is fertile and moist
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
7b (-14,9 to -12,3 °C)
Wind resistance
very good
Other resistances
can withstand wind
Application
tree containers, roof gardens, coastal areas, industrial areas, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
Spain, Portugal
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving suitable for shadow can withstand wind 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres dense crown green white June average growing Conspicuous bloom non-toxic (usually)
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Frequently asked questions
Prunus lusitanica

Prunus lusitanica can eventually reach a height of 5 - 15 (20) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Prunus lusitanica is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 5 - 15 (20) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Prunus lusitanica is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Prunus lusitanica with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Prunus lusitanica blooms in june.
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