Prunus laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken'
A dwarf form of English laurel. This lush growing, compact, evergreen shrub offers year-round interest with glossy dark green leaves and showy, fragrant, creamy white flower spikes, followed by small black ornamental fruit. Dense foliage provides winter shelter for birds. Excellent as a hedge, background plant or privacy screen. Shade tolerant.
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Hardiness Zone | 6-8 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spread | 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spacing | 6'-12' (ft) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Dry Soil, Salt |
| Attracts | Birds, Pollinators |
| Garden Uses | Hedges and Screens, Mass Planting |
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Otto Luyken English Laurel
Prunus laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken'
A dwarf form of English laurel. This lush growing, compact, evergreen shrub offers year-round interest with glossy dark green leaves and showy, fragrant, creamy white flower spikes, followed by small black ornamental fruit. Dense foliage provides winter shelter for birds. Excellent as a hedge, background plant or privacy screen. Shade tolerant. |
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