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Laurel
Prunus laurocerasus
Price comparison:
£5.99 – £99.00
From 3 UK retailers
Laurel is a plant, growing to 8m or more. Thrives in partial shade. Valued by gardeners for being early bee plant, fruit for birds.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 8.0m tall × 6.0m wide
Flowers
🌸 apr,may
Wildlife
🐝 Early bee plant, fruit for birds
Compare Prices
Prices from 3 retailers across 3 pot sizes
Prices shown are for different pot sizes — compare within size groups for accurate savings
Prices last checked: 27 Sept 2026
Prices exclude delivery. Check retailer for final price.
Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size.
| YouGarden £5.99 standard delivery. Free over £60 | £5.99Checked 25 Oct | 8cm | View at YouGardenOpens product page · Affiliate info |
YouGarden
£5.99 standard delivery. Free over £60
Size: 8cm
| Farmyard Nurseries | £8.33Checked 14 Oct | 3L | View at Farmyard NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Farmyard Nurseries
Size: 3L
| Paramount Plants Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes | £99.00Checked 27 Sept | 35L | View at Paramount PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Paramount Plants
Variable by postcode — calculated at checkout. Free to EN postcodes
Size: 35L
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Prices last checked: 27 Sept 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Laurel is a plant, growing to 8m or more. Thrives in partial shade. Valued by gardeners for being early bee plant, fruit for birds.
Latin Name
Prunus laurocerasus
Family
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
apr,may
Mature Height
8.0m
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Laurel cost in the UK?
Laurel prices in the UK range from £5.99 to £99.00 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £5.99 for a 8cm pot at YouGarden. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Laurel online in the UK?
You can buy Laurel from 3 UK nurseries including YouGarden, Farmyard Nurseries, Paramount Plants. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Laurel?
The scientific name for Laurel is Prunus laurocerasus.
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