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Bay Laurel

Laurus nobilis
$5459 $6999
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$0 $19.99 $24.99
$20 $49.99 $29.99
$50 $69.99 $34.99
$70 $99.99 $39.99
$100 $129.99 $44.99
$130 $149.99 $48.99
$150 $150+ Approx 28%

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Plant Highlights

Bay Laurel highlights at a glance!

Plant Highlights

  • Brand
    Nature Hills' Choice
  • Botanical Name
    Laurus nobilis
  • Growing Zones
    8-11 (Patio 4-11)
  • Mature Height
    12 - 15 feet
  • Mature Spread
    12 - 15 feet
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun
  • Moisture
    Moderate
  • Soil
    Well Drained
  • Growth Rate
    Medium, Slow
  • Flower Color
    Broadleaved Evergreen
  • Fall Color
    Evergreen
  • Pollinator Friendly
    Yes
  • Pollinator Required
    No
  • Bloom Period
    Late Spring

Pretty Ornamental Edible Bay Laurel Tree

  • Beautiful Privacy Screen
  • Evergreen Shrub
  • Culinary Use for Aromatic Bay Leaf Laurels
  • Wonderful Patio Tree
  • Disease and Pest Resistant
  • Drought Tolerant

With its knockout, dark green leaves, the evergreen Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis) makes an ideal patio container plant. For gardeners in Zones 8 - 11, you can plant it in the ground to use as an aromatic screening plant.

For millennia, people have enjoyed the fragrance and lovely look of this classic plant, with its aromatic leaves. After all, aromatic Laurel leaves were woven into circlets and worn by early Olympian champions to celebrate their victory.

Allow it to reach its full size, or easily hold it as a smaller accent plant by pruning for size.

Train it as a single or multi-trunk tree, this plant looks great when limbed up and used to increase the height of a "good neighbor" fence without giving up extra space in the yard. No matter how you use it, this evergreen plant gives you much-needed privacy year-round.

You'll love being able to pick and dry your own fresh Bay leaves for favorite recipes to add a wonderfully complex flavor while cooking. Simply use a slotted spoon to remove them before serving. Heavenly!

Include the dried leaves in homemade soap, potpourri or holiday garland. Create dried Bay wreathes for your kitchen. What a thoughtful gift for other chefs in your circle of family and friends.

Order today, you'd hate to miss out.

How to Use Bay Laurel Tree in the Landscape

Pest and disease resistant Bay Laurel is wonderful in an organic garden. There is nothing that adds the depth of flavor like dried Bay leaves. Grow Bay to harvest fresh leaves and dry them yourself.

This is a fabulous screening plant. A dense canopy of fragrant Bay leaves provides privacy and can block out unwanted views in a beautiful way.

The gorgeous, evergreen Bay Laurel makes a striking backdrop when grown in the ground. Or, use it in large Tuscan-style containers as a specimen or focal point.

For large patios, consider planting multiples of the same container to create a curved grouping behind your outdoor furniture. Also strategically place ones in containers to create privacy points on the patio. Or place one on either side of a doorway to announce to the world that a gourmet foodie lives here!

Live outside hardiness zones 8 - 11? Move your ornamental Bay Laurel containers inside for the winter.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Laurel plantings can be done in either full sun or partial shade. They are also adapted to a wide range of soils and climate.

This plant only requires good drainage to thrive. It’s best to give it fast draining soil. Mound up if you need to improve drainage by adding 18 – 24 inches of soil on top of your native soil. You’ll be planting your Bay Laurel in that mound.

Mulch over the root ball. Once established, the Bay Laurel is extremely drought tolerant and requires little in the way of extra care besides pruning.

Order today, these wonderful plants are in high demand.

Customer Reviews

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Debbie
Bay Tree

Beautiful little bay tree

Hi Debbie,

Thank you so much for your lovely review of the bay tree! We’re delighted to hear that it’s brought a bit of beauty to your space. Bay trees are such versatile and fragrant additions—they really brighten up any garden or kitchen with their fresh leaves.

If you’d like any tips on care or pruning to keep your bay tree healthy and thriving, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to help you get the most out of your plants. And if you’re looking to expand your garden, we have plenty of other wonderful plants you might love!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

A
A
great buy.. full of leaves

great buy.. full of leaves

Dear A A.,

Thank you so much for your feedback and for choosing NatureHills.com for your purchase. We're delighted to hear that you found it to be a great buy! We also appreciate you mentioning the leaves; sometimes plants arrive with extra foliage that can actually help protect them during shipping.

If you find you'd like guidance on care or leaf maintenance to keep your new plant thriving, feel free to reach out—we’re here to assist! Additionally, our online Plant Care Guides offer helpful tips tailored to a variety of species, which might be a great resource as you nurture your new greenery.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

P
Patricia
PatriciaG

Just received today. Kind of wilted. It has been enroute to my home for at least 6 days. It's hot here. I immediately stuck the plant in a bucket of water for about an hour. Will keep the poor thing moist. This tree obviously was shipped in good shape. Will baby it for a while as I believe it's stressed from the trip. Not sure what could have helped. I have high hopes for this beautiful tree.

Dear Patricia G.,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with your new tree. We truly appreciate your thoughtful and detailed feedback. It sounds like the travel conditions, especially the heat and the lengthy shipping time, took a bit of a toll on your plant, but you’re taking wonderful steps to help it recover. Soaking the roots and keeping the tree consistently moist is a perfect way to ease its transplant shock.

To support your baby tree even more, we recommend placing it in a shaded, sheltered spot initially to reduce stress, then gradually introducing it to sunlight as it regains strength. Also, using a light mulch around the base can help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Our Plant Care pages offer some great tips on nurturing newly shipped trees, which you may find helpful for this recovery period.

We admire your care and hope your beautiful tree thrives splendidly in your garden. If you have any concerns or questions along the way, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to support you and your plant’s journey.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

P
Patricia
PatriciaG

Just received today. Kind of wilted. It has been enroute to my home for at least 6 days. It's hot here. I immediately stuck the plant in a bucket of water for about an hour. Will keep the poor thing moist. This tree obviously was shipped in good shape. Will baby it for a while as I believe it's stressed from the trip. Not sure what could have helped. I have high hopes for this beautiful tree.

Dear Patricia,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed experience with your new tree. We truly appreciate your thoughtful observations and the care you’re already giving it. It sounds like those few days in transit and the heat were definitely challenging conditions, but your attention—like soaking it in water right away and keeping it moist—will give your tree the best chance to recover and thrive.

If possible, placing the tree in partial shade for the first few days while it recuperates can help ease stress from heat and transit shock. Also, if you haven’t yet, gently pruning any wilted or damaged leaves can encourage new healthy growth once your tree gains strength. We’re here if you’d like specific care advice tailored to your tree type or local climate conditions.

Again, thanks for trusting us with your planting project and for being such a dedicated plant parent. We have high hopes alongside you that your beautiful tree will flourish and become a wonderful addition to your garden space!

Let's keep in touch anytime you have questions or want tips.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

J
John
Nice Size and Healthy

Plant is about 3 feet high and full of leaves. For the small size pot, I was impressed. Arrived in great condition with no noticeable damage. So, I'm happy. It's in full sun and, after 2 weeks is sprouting new buds/growth, so it's happy too. Look forward for it to fill out so I can shape it. I'm patient. Another success from NatureHills.

Hi John,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Bay Laurel! We’re thrilled to hear the plant arrived healthy and vibrant, and even better that it’s already sprouting new growth under full sun—that’s a great sign your green friend is loving its new home. Patience definitely pays off with Bay Laurels; as you continue to nurture it, you’ll enjoy shaping and watching it fill out beautifully. If you ever want tips on pruning and shaping, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to guide you.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Bay Laurel - Nature Hills Nursery - #1 Container -

Bay Laurel

From $5459 $6999

Growing Zones

8-11 (Patio 4-11)

Mature Height

12 - 15 feet

Mature Spread

12 - 15 feet

Sun

Full Sun

Foliage Color

N/A

Fall Color

Evergreen

Flower Color

Broadleaved Evergreen
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