Overview
Laurus nobilis var. undulata is a bushy herbs - culinary in the genus Laurus, part of the Lauraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Laurus nobilis var. undulata grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, mediterranean climate plants, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, low maintenance and hedging and screens.
About
Laurus nobilis is an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub with green, glabrous (smooth) leaves. It is in the flowering plant family Lauraceae.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Laurus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Laurus nobilis var. undulata size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbs - Culinary, Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Laurus nobilis var. undulata
- Propagation
- Seed, Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Bay sucker, Horse chestnut scale, Soft scale, Tortrix moth
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Leaf spot, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Laurus nobilis var. undulata?
Laurus nobilis var. undulata prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Laurus nobilis var. undulata need?
Laurus nobilis var. undulata is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Laurus nobilis var. undulata hardy in the UK?
Laurus nobilis var. undulata has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Laurus nobilis var. undulata?
Seed, Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
