Add timeless elegance and Mediterranean charm to your outdoor space with the Bay Tree Standard (Laurus nobilis), a beautifully shaped evergreen tree valued for its glossy foliage, formal structure, and culinary uses.
This attractive standard tree features a neat rounded crown of dark green aromatic leaves on a single stem, creating a sophisticated architectural feature for patios, entrances, balconies, and garden borders. When crushed, the leaves release a warm fragrance and can be harvested throughout the year for cooking.
Supplied at approximately 90cm tall, this established Bay Tree is ready to display and provides instant impact. Its slow-growing nature and easy maintenance make it a reliable choice for gardeners looking to add evergreen interest, structure, and practical beauty to their outdoor space.
Plant Details
- Product Type: Evergreen Standard Tree
- Plant Variety: Bay Tree Standard
- Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis
- Common Name: Bay Tree / Sweet Bay
- Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub / Small Tree
- Height: Approx. 90cm (including pot)
- Head Diameter: Approx. 25–30cm
- Foliage Colour: Glossy Dark Green
- Growth Habit: Single Stem with Rounded Crown
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Soil Type: Well-Drained Soil or Compost
- Care Level: Easy Care
- Hardiness: Hardy in Most UK Regions
- Uses: Culinary Leaves, Patio Containers, Formal Planting, Topiary
Care
Place your Bay Tree Standard in a sunny or partially shaded position with good drainage. Water regularly during dry periods, especially when grown in containers, but avoid waterlogged compost.
Feed during the growing season to encourage healthy foliage. Light pruning between late spring and summer helps maintain the rounded crown shape and promotes dense growth. Protect young plants from severe frost when necessary.
