Portuguese Laurel Hedge, also known as Prunus lusitanica is a popular evergreen hedging species. It has glossy dark green pointed foliage on red stems and because of its dense habit, Prunus lusitanica makes the ideal choice for a privacy screen or sound barrier. This hardy evergreen is one of the most popular hedging species in the UK and is part of our top 10.
Growth rate: Medium 20-40cm per year
Overall height: Medium up to 5 metres
Position: Sheltered, Full Sun, Full Shade
Root Types: Instant Hedging, Pot Grown, Root Balled
Choose from our wide range of Portuguese Laurel Hedge sizes and root types, or browse our other varieties of Laurel Hedging plants.
Check our range of Laurel Hedging or our other popular varieties of hedge that can be used as a great alternative to Portuguese Laurel Hedge.
To learn more about Laurel Hedging, take a look at our helpful Hedging Guides & FAQ's
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