Otto Luyken English Laurel (Prunus)
Shrub
- Easy-care compact evergreen perfect for hedges.
- White flowers are adored by pollinators in the spring.
- Thrives in tough-to-grow soil sites.
- Zones 6-9, full sun/part sun, 3' tall x 6' wide at maturity.
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UNABLE TO SHIP TO: CANADA, OR
Description
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Common name: Otto Luyken English Laurel
Zone: 6-9
Sun exposure: Full sun (> 6 hours sun), Part-sun (4-6 hours sun).
Height x width: 3’ tall x 6’ wide
Flower color: White
Foliage color: Dark green
Bloom time: Spring
Features: Privacy & screening, heat-tolerant, fragrant, evergreen
Uses: Hedge, background, container gardening, foundation planting, ornamental, rock garden
How to Grow
Light: Full sun (> 6 hours sun), Part-sun (4-6 hours sun).
Water: Water weekly/deeply until established. In warmer climates, check soil and water as soon as it’s dry.
Spacing: 3-5ft apart.
Fertilizing: Apply a light, well-balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Winterizing: No special care is needed. Remove spent foliage in spring before new growth appears.
Maintenance & pruning: Benefits from some pruning in early spring. Shape and prune after flowering.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
So tiny when they came that not much growth in the survivors. 2 of 6 didn’t make it. Looking forward to spring’s growth.
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Arrived in great condition. Easily planted. Growing nicely.
Plants arrived in excellent condition and shipping was as requested.
The Otto Luykens were healthy and are adjusting to their new home. Thank you!
Is this a evergreen plant?
Yes, Otto Luyken English Laurel is an evergreen shrub!
Is English Laurel deer resistant?
English Laurel has some deer resistance since the glossy foliage isn't very attractive to deer.
Hi- can you explain what this means “ Sun exposure: Full sun (> 6 hours sun), Part-sun (4-6 hours sun)”? Does it mean the plant prefers greater than six hours of sun or do OK with less?
I am looking to plant a row of Otto Luyken English Laurel if it may be planted in a western-facing side of the house.
Hello! The phrase "Sun exposure: Full sun (> 6 hours sun), Part-sun (4-6 hours sun)" indicates that the plant can thrive in both full sun and part-sun conditions. This means it prefers at least six hours of direct sunlight per day to perform its best, but it can also do well with slightly less sun, in the range of four to six hours.
I live in zone 7 in Arkansas. How soon could I expect a quart size plant to reach 3' in height?
It's hard to say for certain, since so many factors - like weather, soil type, watering, fertilizing, and not least of all, the type of plant you purchased - all come into play. Perhaps you're familiar with the old saying about plants: first year sleep, second year creep, third year leap. This applies to plants in the garden center as well as plants you purchase online. They generally spend their first year growing roots in their new home, the second year they have more energy to put into growth, and the third year, they are growing and flowering vigorously. With proper care, most perennials and shrubs should grow anywhere from several inches to several feet (in the case of arborvitae like Full Speed A Hedge and Green Giant) a year once they are established.
How big r they ? When arrive
We ship young plants that will be anywhere from 3-12 inches tall, depending on the type of plant, time of year, and the last time the plant was trimmed. They arrive in a one quart pot which is 4 inches tall and around. For more information on plant sizes, check out the link below: