Volcano Cherry Laurel

Prunus laurocerasus 'JONG1' PP #29,889

A versatile evergreen shrub a rounded, compact form and attractive, dense, leathery, glossy foliage. New leaves emerge with dark red tones, maturing to a bright green in summer. Spikes of small, creamy white, fragrant flowers appear in spring, followed by small, black, ornamental fruit. Excellent as a hedge plant or privacy screen.

Plant Type Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 5-9
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring
Height3' - 6' (ft), 6' - 8' (ft)
Spread3' - 6' (ft)
Water Needs Low
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Showy
Tolerance Cold
Attracts Birds, Pollinators
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
Volcano Cherry Laurel | Prunus laurocerasus 'JONG1' PP #29,889 || A versatile evergreen shrub a rounded, compact form and attractive, dense, leathery, glossy foliage. New leaves emerge with dark red tones, maturing to a bright green in summer. Spikes of small, creamy white, fragrant flowers appear in spring, followed by small, black, ornamental fruit. Excellent as a hedge plant or privacy screen.
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Spring, Low Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Evergreen, Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Showy, Cold Tolerant, Attracts Birds, Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
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