Bay Tree
Bay Trees, Laurus Nobilis - Plant Drop
Bay Trees, Laurus Nobilis - Plant Drop
Bay Trees, Laurus Nobilis - Plant Drop
Bay Trees, Laurus Nobilis - Plant Drop

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Bay Tree

Laurus Nobilis — Matured 8–9 years, sourced from a renowned Belgian grower

Regular price£195.00
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Total Height (Including Nursery Pot)

Fits Planter Opening: 26cm+ 

Fits Planter Opening: 31cm+ 

Delivered in 1–8 days
Individually selected for quality and form

Plant Sizing

Medium  Height: 140-160cm Head: 45/50cm Pot Size: ø25cm Stem: 4/4 Standard Age: 8 Years Large Height: 170-180cm Head: 50/55cm Pot Size: ø30cm Stem: 4/4 Standard Age: 9 Years

Ceiling Height

Ceiling Height Recommended Plant Height Typical Space
200–220 cm 150–170 cm Modern apartments / contemporary homes
240–270 cm 170–200 cm Victorian or Edwardian rooms
280–300 cm 220–240 cm Period properties / warehouse conversions
300 cm+ 250–270 cm Double-height or mezzanine spaces

 

How To Pair A Decorative Pot

For no fuss or mess you can place the plant in its growing pot (the pot it arrives in) inside a decorative one. This allows allows excess water to be drained after watering.

For a good fit the opening (not diameter) and height of the new decorative pot need to be several centimetres greater than the current growing pot. Here is how we measure and list pot sizes:

Remember to take into account tapering, as the internal height of a pot will be measured from the centre to the top but the sides will taper in a rounded pot.

We recommend using a liner to protect your decorative pot and prevent leaking (whether placing the nursery pot inside or repotting directly into the decorative pot). 

Read more about how to pot your plant here.

Plant Suitability

Preferred Location: Sun & partial shade

Care Level: Easy

Care Instructions

When your plant arrives, follow these simple steps to help it settle into its new home.

For plant specific detail read our full care guide.

  • Choose a suitable place with appropriate light - check our
  • Carefully remove the plant from its packaging and allow it to adjust to its new environment.
  • Before watering, check the soil with your finger. If the top few centimetres feel dry, water lightly. If still moist, allow the soil to dry before watering.
  • Ensure the plant sits in a well-draining pot or nursery container, allowing excess water to drain away. (If planted follow our potted plant advice here)
  • Avoid moving the plant frequently during the first few days, allowing it time to acclimatise to its new surroundings.
  • Check your plant regularly and adjust watering and light as needed.

Following these simple steps will help your plant establish and thrive in its new space.

Plants often take 7–10 days to begin adjusting to a new environment -  light and temperature conditions - and some leaf movement or drop during this period is completely normal. 

For tailored advice you can speak to our Ai Horticulturalist here for specific advice to establish your plant or read our expert nurture guides. 

30-day Gurantee

If your plant isn’t thriving within 30 days, we’ll work with you to resolve it.

Our team will guide you first to help your plant settle into its new environment, and where appropriate, we’ll offer a replacement or credit.

Find out more about the 30-day guarantee .

For ongoing peace of mind beyond the first 30 days, you can extend your cover with Plant Protection.

Delivery in 1–8 days

  • London hand delivery and UK courier from £6

  • Complimentary delivery over £150 on standard items

  • Extra large plants from £25 in London or £75 by UK pallet

We currently deliver to the mainland UK only.

Delivery costs are calculated at checkout based on the items in your order and your delivery postcode.

For more information see our delivery page

Returns

Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for plants, pots and accessories.

To arrange a return, please contact us within 14 days and we will provide instructions.

If there are any concerns with your plant on arrival, please contact us so we can assist.

 

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

They can be clipped to stay a nice shape.

Laurus Nobilis

Bay Tree

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. 

Bay Trees, Laurus Nobilis - Plant Drop
Bay Trees, Laurus Nobilis - Plant Drop

Nurture Guide

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.

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.

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
Head: 30/35cm
Pot Size: ø20cm
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. 

Why Plant Drop?

hand-picked

Every plant is selected & inspected by our horticultural team

Mature plants

Architectural plants from specialist growers in small batches

30 day guarantee

We will help your plant settle into its new home and provide expert advice whenever needed

Specialist

Delivery

Plants are either hand delivered or carefully prepared and packed in specially designed boxes to help protect them in transit.

Add on

Plant protection

Optional cover for one replacement plant in your first year.

Lifetime support

Horticulturalists At Hand

Our advice comes from plant experts who are RHS certified and look after high-end planting every day.

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