Cherry Laurel

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Cherry Laurel Hedging (Prunus laurocerasus) Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus), also commonly known as English Laurel or Common Laurel, is one of the most popular evergreen hedging plants in the UK. Cherry Laurel hedging is a popular choice for creating fast, dense, evergreen privacy in UK gardens. Identifiable by glossy leaves and the ability to produce flowers and fruits, Cherry Laurels form a thick, reliable screen that looks smart year-round while remaining easy to maintain. At Grasslands, our dedicated horticulturalists grow specialist hedging plants, including Laurel hedges , Leylandii hedges and Privet hedges. Our Cherry Laurel hedging is available in a range of sizes, making it ideal for low borders or for creating privacy at heights of up to 3.5 metres, with UK-wide delivery available . All Cherry Laurel hedging supplied by Grasslands is grown for UK conditions and delivered nationwide. Why choose Cherry Laurel for hedging? Evergreen foliage for year-round privacy Fast growth (typically 30–60cm per year) Dense habit for effective screening Tolerant of shade, heavy clay and chalky soils Low maintenance once established Cherry Laurel hedge growth rate & height Cherry Laurel hedging typically grows by 30–60cm per year. If left untrimmed, it can eventually reach heights of 6–8 metres, although most garden hedges are easily maintained between 1.5 and 3.5 metres with regular pruning. How far apart to plant Cherry Laurel hedging Smaller plants (4.5L–7.5L pots): 2–3 plants per metre Medium plants (10L–40L pots): 2 plants per metre Large instant hedging (110L): 1–1.5 plants per metre What is the difference between Cherry Laurel and Laurel Hedging? Cherry Laurel is one type of laurel hedging plant. Laurel hedging is the umbrella term for evergreen hedges within the laurel family, which includes Cherry Laurel, Portuguese Laurel and other varieties grown for screening and privacy. What are the different types of Cherry Laurel? Cherry Laurel ‘Etna’ – A compact, slo