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A slow grower, Bay Laurel is indeed praise-worthy for its culinary uses as well as an evergreen ornamental for the garden.
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CloseBay laurel is easily recognized as a standard in many kitchens, used to flavor savory dishes such as soups, stews, and sauces. Native to the Mediterranean region, this slow-growing evergreen does surprisingly well in the Pacific NW, planted in the ground or in large container planters. Full sun, well-draining soil, and protection from prolonged temps below freezing will keep this pyramidal shrub healthy. It takes well to pruning and is frequently used as a topiary grown in containers. Normally reaching 40 feet in height over time, bay laurel can be kept to more reasonable heights through judicious pruning, and can be used as a privacy barrier or hedge.
Common Name | Bay Laurel |
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Culinary Uses | Usually used dried to flavor soups, stews, sauces |
Harvest Time | Pick individual leaves as needed |
Mature Size | 8 - 25 feet tall, 15 - 20 feet wide, unpruned. |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Cold Hardiness | 0 ° F |
Light | Full sun to partial sun |
Structure | Takes well to pruning, good topiary specimen, generally pyramidal shape |
Photos | Real images, not stock photos |