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Cherry Laurel
Prunus laurocerasus
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2 UK retailers
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Cherry Laurel is a reliable hedging plant reaching about 8m tall. Produces flowers from March and April. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H6 (Hardy)
Size
📏 8.0m tall × 6.0m wide
Flowers
🌸 mar,apr
Wildlife
🐝 Early bee plant, fruit for birds
Compare Prices
Prices from 2 retailers
Prices last checked: 12 Oct 2026
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| Paramount Plants Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes | £99.00Checked 12 Oct | 6-8cm trunk girth | View at Paramount PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Paramount Plants
Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes
Size: 6-8cm trunk girth
| Frank P Matthews | £15.00Checked 18 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Frank P MatthewsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Frank P Matthews
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Plant Information
About this plant
Cherry Laurel is a reliable hedging plant reaching about 8m tall. Produces flowers from March and April. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Prunus laurocerasus
Family
Hardiness Zone
H6
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
mar,apr
Mature Height
8.0m
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Cherry Laurel online in the UK?
You can buy Cherry Laurel from 2 UK nurseries including Frank P Matthews, Paramount Plants. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Cherry Laurel?
The scientific name for Cherry Laurel is Prunus laurocerasus.
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