Adding Privacy With Prunus laurocerasus (English Laurel)

English Laurel (Prunus Laurocerasus) is the perfect hedge to plant in your yard. It has handsome rich green leaves and erect branches, making it hard for them to get tangled up or broken! The tiny spring flowers have a sweet fragrance that will fill any space with life - just watch out if you happen upon these during lunchtime because they're really tasty too.



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