Bay Laurel Tree Laurus nobilis - 1 Year Old Live Starter Plant, Container & Garden Friendly

About This Plant

Bay Laurel, Laurus nobilis, is an evergreen herb tree prized for its aromatic leaves used in cooking. This is a 1-year-old starter live Bay Laurel tree, suitable for container or garden planting. It features glossy green foliage and grows slowly to moderately, with a wide soil pH tolerance and full sun to partial shade requirements. Native to warm climates, it can be maintained as a compact patio tree when container grown.

What You Will Receive

✓ 1 live Bay Laurel tree (1 year old) • Healthy, established starter plant • Naturally grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers • Ready for container or garden planting • Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

Common Name: Bay Tree, Bay Laurel, Sweet Bay, True Laurel
Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis
Plant Type: Evergreen herb tree
Growth Stage: 1-year-old starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining soil with a wide pH tolerance
Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Mature Height: Up to 60 feet in the ground (easily maintained much smaller in containers)
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 8–10 (container growing recommended in cooler climates)
Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip

Bay Laurel grows slowly during its first year while developing a strong root system. Keep container-grown plants in bright light and avoid overwatering. Harvest mature dark green leaves throughout the year, and prune during resting periods to maintain the desired size and shape.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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