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Zabeliana Cherry laurel
Prunus laurocerasus Zabeliana
This is a low-growing, evergreen shrub which bears erect panicles of small, white flowers between April and May. These are produced above narrow, willow-like, glossy dark green leaves. It has a low, spreading growth habit and a horizontally branched form, making it ideal for use as a ground cover plant. The flowers are followed by small, rounded black fruits which help to provided colour and interest well into the summer. It can be grown in any position, including dense shade, in any reasonably moist, humus rich soil.
Position:
Full sun to dense shade
Soil:
A moist, yet well-drained, humus-rich soil
Rate of Growth:
Slow to average
Flowering Period:
April to May
Flower Colour:
White
Other Features:
Can be used as a ground cover plants in areas of dense shade
Hardiness:
Fully hardy: stands a temperature down to -15°C
Garden Care:
When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker. Cut back any dead, diseased or branches which cross to healthy wood.
Eventual Height: 1m
Eventual Spread:
2.5m
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Approx Height |
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3 litre pot |
30-40cm |
£4.99 |
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