Further Information

You'll see our recommended planting densities for each size and root type listed next to the products below. We suggest that you use these as a guide, taking into consideration how long you're willing to wait to see your finished hedge. As a rough indication bare roots can be planted at anything from 3 to 7 per metre and cell grown between 4 and 6 - the higher densities here would need to be planted in a double staggered row or zig-zag.

For more information on planting distances please see our planting density advice section. Prices shown are the price per plant unless otherwise stated.

Pruning Advice

Bay Laurel does well with a light trim in the summer months to maintain its shape and promote dense, healthy growth.

When making cuts, focus on removing any dead or damaged branches and shaping the plant as desired. If you’re pruning larger hedges, make sure there are no nesting birds beforehand.

Delivery & Returns

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Bay Laurel Hedge Laurus nobilis

Name: Bay Laurel Hedge
Brand: Hedges Direct
SKU: LAUN
Price: 44.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (112 reviews)

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Bay Laurel is commonly known as Laurus nobilis or Sweet Bay. This particular species of Laurel boasts an aromatic fragrance and glossy dark green leaves. Laurus nobilis is a stunning plant and a popular choice for hedging, topiary or a specimen plant.

EVERGREEN
SLOW GROWING
HAS BERRIES
HAS FLOWERS (Yellow)

Planting Conditions: Suitable for normal, chalk and clay soils, full sun to semi shaded areas and inland sheltered sites.
Growth Rate: Slow growing, expect 10-20cm a year
Height: Easily maintained at 1-2m
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Bay Laurel Hedge Plants Description

Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis) — also commonly known as ‘Sweet Bay’ — is a versatile evergreen shrub that’s popular for its glossy, dark green leaves. Native to the Mediterranean region, Bay Laurel is perfect for creating structured, fragrant hedges or as part of a kitchen garden, with its aromatic leaves used dried or fresh to season stews, soups, and more.

As a slow-growing species, Bay Laurel puts on 10-20cm each year and can be maintained at a height of 1-2m, forming a dense and neatly shaped barrier that offers privacy from prying eyes while also acting as an effective windbreak. Its leaves release a pleasant scent when crushed, enhancing the sensory appeal of any outdoor setting.

Bay Laurel is robust and adaptable, thriving in fertile, moist soil. However, it should be grown in a sheltered location to protect the delicate stems during the winter months. Its low-maintenance foliage requires minimal pruning and care, making a Bay Laurel hedge ideal for both experienced and novice gardeners.

Pot-grown plants are available all year, making it easy to plant and establish according to your gardening schedule. See our laurel hedging guide for more advice on helping your plants thrive.

Bay Laurel Hedge Plants Description The Bay Laurel hedge is popular for its leaves that are commonly used during cooking, either dried or fresh from the garden. It will fill your garden with scent, as well as bringing privacy to your outdoor space throughout the year. You can find more herbaceous hedging in our edible hedging department. Laurus nobilis prefers fertile, moist soil due to its Mediterranean heritage, flourishes in the sun and is resilient against droughts, but it should ideally be grown in a sheltered area to protect its delicate stem during the winter. A slow-growing hedge, Bay Laurel will typically grow around 10-20cm per year and is easily maintained at 1-2m. It is a low-maintenance hedging plant, only requiring a light trim in summer to help it keep its shape. If you are interested in filling your garden with fragrant Bay Laurel hedging plants, Hedges Direct has a range of other wonderfully scented fragrant hedging plants for you to browse. Laurus nobilis is also a popular choice as a Topiary Standard, featuring a long stem and a round, leafy head, sometimes described as lollipop topiary. For more information about Bay Laurel, call the team on 01257 263 873 or email us at [email protected] Alternatively you can view our Laurel hedging guide which has information on Laurus nobilis and all our other Laurels, for comparison.

Choose Bay Laurel Hedge root types

What are root types?

Root types explained.

Bare root
Field grown, bare roots are young plants that are only planted when they are dormant, from autumn to spring. We lift bare root plants and despatch them during the season but they can be pre-ordered in summer. As they are cheaper to grow, they are one of our most affordable hedge planting options.
Pot grown
Pot grown plants can be planted year round and make a convenient option. They come in a wide range of sizes, from 10cm to 2.5m so they're suitable for the majority of planting requirements.
Root ball
Also field grown, root ball plants are scooped out of the ground using machinery to keep their root system intact and wrapped in bio-degradable, hessian sacks. They are mature plants that provide dense coverage very early on, ideal for when you need a thick hedge quickly.
Instant
Grown in troughs or bags that measure 50cm-1 metre in length and carefully clipped during the growing season. Our instant hedging troughs create a dramatic, instant hedge effect.