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prunus lusitanica (hedging)

Prunus lusitanica or Portugal Laurel makes the perfect large shrub. Some would even class it as a small tree. If you're looking for attractive hedging, Portugal Laurel could be just the job. It's hardy and resilient and easy to grow. Holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this versatile shrub develops shiny rich green leaves that emerge from dark red shoots. In springtime, Portugal Laurel produces small, beautifully scented flowers which evolve into small purple berries as autumn

RHS AGM award winning Portugal Laurel that is evergreen, hardy and big in size, Prunus lusitanica boasts beautiful fragrant blooms in spring. Dark red shoots emerge early on, maturing into glossy green foliage leaves, covering this shrub densely. By autumn the spring blooms will have turned into tiny purple fruits. Prunus lusitanica is easy to grow and low maintenance, taking well to pruning and shaping to how you desire. Height: 12m (39'). Spread: 8m (26')

RHS AGM award winning Portugal Laurel that is evergreen, hardy and big in size, Prunus lusitanica boasts beautiful fragrant blooms in spring. Dark red shoots emerge early on, maturing into glossy green foliage leaves, covering this shrub densely. By autumn the spring blooms will have turned into tiny purple fruits. Prunus lusitanica is easy to grow and low maintenance, taking well to pruning and shaping to how you desire. Height: 12m (39'). Spread: 8m (26')