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Carolina Cherry Laurel | Prunus caroliniana
Carolina Cherry Laurel is a tough, handsome evergreen shrub or small tree, perfect for creating year-round privacy, windbreaks, or a lush focal point in the garden. With dense, glossy green foliage and clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring, it provides both beauty and function. In summer, it produces small black fruits that birds love, making it a wildlife-friendly choice. Its tolerance for a variety of soils and climates makes it a reliable, low-maintenance landscape plant.
Growing Carolina Cherry Laurel
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Light: Full sun to partial shade; at least 6 hours of sunlight ensures the most compact growth.
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Soil: Adapts to sandy, loamy, or clay soils, as long as they are well-draining.
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Water: Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
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Fertilizer: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
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Pruning: Shape in late winter or early spring; prune more heavily for hedges.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 7–10; thrives in warm, humid climates.
Shipping Info
Your Carolina Cherry Laurel will be approximately 2–3 feet tall with a robust root system, grown in a 5-gallon container. It will be shipped without the container, with roots and soil lightly moistened and wrapped for safe transport. Ready to plant immediately upon arrival.
Growing Zones
7 - 10
Low Temperature
20 °F
High Temperature
95°F
Fragrant
Spring After Flowering
Polinator Required
Bees
Polinator Friendly
Yes
Flower Color
White
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Moisture
Low
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Part Shade
Mature Spread
15-25 ft
Mature Height
40 ft./25 ft.
Bloom Period
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Pruning Time
Spring After Flowering
Pet Safe
No
Perennial / Annual
Perennial
Evergreen / Deciduous
Evergreen
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