PRUNUS LUSIT. ANGUSTIFOLIA

Prunus lusitanica 'Angustifolia'

Overview

Prunus lusitanica 'Angustifolia,' also known as Portuguese laurel, is an evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, dark green foliage, dense growth habit, and versatility in various garden settings. This cultivar adds elegance and structure to landscapes while offering year-round interest.

Description

• Foliage: 'Angustifolia' features narrow, lance-shaped, deep green leaves with a glossy sheen, emitting an almond-like fragrance when crushed.
• Height: Grows to a height of about 10 to 15 feet (3 to 4.5 meters), forming an upright, columnar shape.
• Spread: Spreads to approximately 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 meters), creating a dense and compact structure.

Growth and Maintenance

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, performing best in locations with well-drained soil and protection from harsh afternoon sun.
• Soil: Adaptable to various soil types but prefers fertile, moist, and well-draining soil, avoiding waterlogged conditions.
• Watering: Requires regular watering, especially during its establishment period, then moderately thereafter, tolerating short periods of drought once established.
• Pruning: Tolerant of pruning and shaping; prune in late spring or summer to maintain desired size and shape.
• Fertilization: Responds well to a balanced fertilizer application in spring to encourage healthy growth.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring Flowers: Produces small, fragrant white flowers in spring, attracting pollinators and adding charm to the garden.
• Berries: Develops inconspicuous black berries after flowering, attracting birds to the garden.
• Foliage: Retains its glossy, dark green foliage throughout the year, providing year-round interest.

Landscape Uses

• Hedging: Ideal for creating formal hedges due to its dense growth habit and responsiveness to pruning.
• Screening: Works well as a screening plant or windbreak, providing privacy in garden landscapes.
• Specimen Plant: Suitable as a standalone focal point due to its attractive foliage and form.
• Containers: Can be grown in large containers on patios or in courtyards, adding evergreen interest.

Benefits

• Versatility: Adaptable to various soil conditions and garden settings, from formal to more naturalistic landscapes.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Evergreen Appeal: Maintains its lush, glossy foliage year-round, adding structure and greenery even in winter.
• Wildlife Attraction: Attracts birds with its berries and provides shelter for small wildlife.

Conclusion

Prunus lusitanica 'Angustifolia,' with its lush foliage, graceful form, and adaptability, serves as an excellent choice for adding structure, privacy, and year-round interest to gardens. Whether used as a hedge, screen, or standalone specimen, this versatile shrub continues to charm gardeners with its elegance and low maintenance requirements, enhancing garden landscapes with its enduring beauty

• Latin name
  PRUNUS LUSIT. ANGUSTIFOLIA

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