Space
Outdoors
Light Conditions
Partial shade and Full sun
Watering
Bay in pots like good draining soil and to stay moist in Summer but the roots should not sit in water as this will lead to rot. In winter reduce watering. Bay planted in the ground only need watering for the first growing season or if there is a heatwave.
Temperature
Generally hardy to -5°C (23°F) but can withstand lower temperatures in sheltered positions.
Feeding
Feed with a general purpose garden feed in in spring and summer.
Top Tip
Laurus Nobilis
Bay Tree
Need to know
The noble laurel tree. The perfect symbol of great things to come, they line an avenue, or set a path brilliantly. Available as cones.
Any great gardener knows the Belgians grow the best bay trees, which is where all of ours originate. Belgium has the perfect climate to grow beautifully dense specimens.
Best space & place
Laurus nobilis (botanical name) are happy in full sun to part shade and can grow up to 7.5m tall unless clipped. They flower in Spring.
When to water & feed
Bay in pots like good draining soil and to stay moist in Summer but the roots should not sit in water as this will lead to rot. In winter reduce watering.
Bay planted in the ground will need watering for the first growing season but once established they will draw all the water they need from rainfall.
Need to know
Generally hardy to -5°C (23°F) but can withstand lower temperatures in sheltered positions. Bay is hardier when planted in the ground.
Size Information
| Height | Additional Details |
| Small |
Height: 100-110cm
Pot Size: ø20cmHead: 30/35cm Stem: 1/2 Standard Age: 6 Years |
| Medium |
Height: 160-170cm Head: 45/50cm Pot Size: ø25cm Stem: 4/4 Standard Age: 8 Years |
| Large |
Height: 180cm Head: 50/55cm Pot Size: ø30cm Stem: 4/4 Standard Age: 9 Years |
Decorative pot not included. The plant will be delivered in a plastic nursery pot.
