GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Bay

Laurus nobilis · Tree

Hardiness
H4 Hardy — average winter (to −5 to −10°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
1.5–4 m × 1–2.5 m
Soil
well-drained
Flowering
March–May
Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers

The Gardening Year

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🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune

Watch out for

jumping plant louse Trioza alacris: —

scale insect Coccus hesperidum: —

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