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Bay Laurel

Laurus nobilis
Also known as bay (EN) bay laurel (EN) sweet bay (EN) true laurel (EN) Grecian laurel (EN) laurel tree (EN) laurel (EN)

How to sow bay laurel: Young tree or cutting

Sun requirement for bay laurel: Plant in Full Sun

Bay Laurel is an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub native to the Mediterranean. It can be grown in soil or in containers. It has glossy dark green leaves,
yellow flowers, and dark purplish-black fruits. The plant's leaves are used as seasoning in cooking and are best harvested in the morning when the fragrance oils are strongest. Bay Laurel can also be grown as an ornamental or topiary. Plant trees in an area where they are protected from wind to prevent cold winter winds from damaging foliage.

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Growing bay laurels

Perennial

living more than two years

First harvest expected

56 weeks after planting

Height

7000cm

Grown for

leaf harvested 3 times

How members grow bay laurels

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Bay laurel crops

Bay laurel plantings

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Bay laurel harvests

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Where bay laurels grow

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