Greenfinity Cherry Laurel

Prunus laurocerasus 'JONG2' PP #29,890

Pronunciation: PROO-nus lar-oh-ser-AY-sus
SKU #42584
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LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Slow growing; reaches 4 to 5 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.

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Description A versatile evergreen shrub with a rounded, compact form and attractive, dense, leathery, glossy foliage. New leaves emerge bright green with bronze tones, maturing to a rich green in summer. Spikes of small, creamy white, fragrant flowers appear in spring, followed by small, black, ornamental fruit. Excellent as a hedge plant or privacy screen.
Bloom Time Spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/Solutions Coastal Exposure, Dry Shade, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant
Growth Rate Slow
Flower Attributes Fragrant
Patent Act Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape Use Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Accent
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Dark Green
Companion Plants Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria); Coneflower (Echinacea); Indian Hawthorn (Raphiolepis); Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus)
Care Instructions Thrives in slightly deep, fertile, moist, humusy, well-drained soil; tolerates poor, sandy, or clay soils. Prefers more sun in cool climates, more shade in warmer areas. Water deeply,regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates dry shade. Feed in early spring. Prune after flowering to shape.
History Bred in Hungary, possibly by Dr. Josza Miklos (unconfirmed). Noted for its dense, rich, dark green foliage.
Details
DescriptionA versatile evergreen shrub with a rounded, compact form and attractive, dense, leathery, glossy foliage. New leaves emerge bright green with bronze tones, maturing to a rich green in summer. Spikes of small, creamy white, fragrant flowers appear in spring, followed by small, black, ornamental fruit. Excellent as a hedge plant or privacy screen.
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Ornamental Berries, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Dry Shade, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant
Growth RateSlow
Flower AttributesFragrant
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Accent
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsCrape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria); Coneflower (Echinacea); Indian Hawthorn (Raphiolepis); Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in slightly deep, fertile, moist, humusy, well-drained soil; tolerates poor, sandy, or clay soils. Prefers more sun in cool climates, more shade in warmer areas. Water deeply,regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates dry shade. Feed in early spring. Prune after flowering to shape.
History
HistoryBred in Hungary, possibly by Dr. Josza Miklos (unconfirmed). Noted for its dense, rich, dark green foliage.

Frequently asked questions

Does Greenfinity Cherry Laurel produce flowers?
Spring
Is Greenfinity Cherry Laurel evergreen or deciduous?
Greenfinity Cherry Laurel is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Greenfinity Cherry Laurel?
Greenfinity Cherry Laurel is Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Greenfinity Cherry Laurel resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Dry Shade, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Greenfinity Cherry Laurel grow?
Greenfinity Cherry Laurel has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Greenfinity Cherry Laurel in my landscape?
Greenfinity Cherry Laurel is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Accent.
What color are Greenfinity Cherry Laurel flowers?
Greenfinity Cherry Laurel produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Greenfinity Cherry Laurel?
Greenfinity Cherry Laurel has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Greenfinity Cherry Laurel?
Good companion plants for Greenfinity Cherry Laurel include: Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria); Coneflower (Echinacea); Indian Hawthorn (Raphiolepis); Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus).
How do I care for Greenfinity Cherry Laurel?
Thrives in slightly deep, fertile, moist, humusy, well-drained soil; tolerates poor, sandy, or clay soils. Prefers more sun in cool climates, more shade in warmer areas. Water deeply,regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates dry shade. Feed in early spring. Prune after flowering to shape.
What is the history of Greenfinity Cherry Laurel?
Bred in Hungary, possibly by Dr. Josza Miklos (unconfirmed). Noted for its dense, rich, dark green foliage.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.