What is the difference between cherry laurel and Portuguese laurel?

What is the difference between cherry laurel and Portuguese laurel?

Cherry Laurel can also have a considerable impact on the first day they are planted. The Portuguese Laurel hedge plant boast rich, darker green leaves along its striking deep red-pink stems. The leaves are more pointed than the rounder type found on Cherry Laurel hedging and have a flowing, elegant habit.

How poisonous is laurel?

Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus), a common garden hedge, is one such potentially toxic cyanogenic plant [1]. Cyanide, the lethal agent of cyanogenic plants, prevents haemoglobin in erythrocytes from releasing oxygen to the tissues, with animals ultimately dying of anoxia [2].

Which is the best laurel for hedging?

Rotundifolia is the most popular form of Common Laurel grown for hedging and despite many new varieties being developed such as Etna, Novita and Caucasica, it still remains the best variety, in our opinion, for hedging. Rotundifolia is quick-growing putting on about 60cm (2ft) a year under good growing conditions.

Which laurel is best?

Portugal Laurel is the hardiest, and it also is the laurel hedge that clips the best. Common Laurel is the fastest growing laurel hedge and its large leaves are most effective at providing a sound and light barrier. It is the ideal evergreen hedge to reduce traffic pollution.

When should you plant a laurel hedge?

Bare-root laurel hedging plants can only be planted from November to March (i.e while the plants are dormant over the winter). Root-balled laurel are dug from the field with a ball of soil around the roots. This ball of soil is then wrapped in a piece of hessian or jute that holds the soil and roots together.

How quickly does laurel grow?

Laurel, Bay – slow growing – 15/30cm per year. Laurel, Caucasica – fast growing – 30/60cm per year. Laurel, Common – fast growing – 30/60cm per year. Laurel, Compact – slow growing – 10/20cm per year.

Is laurel poisonous to dogs?

Almost all species of Laurel hedge are poisonous to dogs, with the exception of Bay Laurel. If you share your home with a dog, it is recommended that you either choose Bay or an alternative species to prevent your pet from coming to any harm by ingesting any fallen leaves, berries etc.

What is the best time to plant laurel?

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When should I plant laurels?

How long does it take for a laurel hedge to establish?

LAUREL HEDGE GROWTH RATE Laurels generally grow very quickly, making them ideal for fast-growing screens. English laurels and Schip laurels grow very fast, increasing by 1-2 feet per year in the right growing conditions.

Do birds eat laurel berries?

Bees, hoverflies, ants and wasps are attracted to the flowers and several species of birds eat the berries. Laurel provides cover for birds and small mammals.

How far apart do you plant a laurel hedge?

How far apart should I plant laurel plants to form a hedge? All types of laurel should be planted between 2 and 3 feet (60-90cm) apart. If you want a quick screen then plant your laurel hedging plants at 2ft apart but if you are willing to wait a bit longer, you will get just as dense a hedge by planting at 3ft apart.