Canary Island laurel
Laurus azorica
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Full Sun
Half-hardy
H3
RHS hardiness
-5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
20m | Max | |
13m | Min |
Flowering
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Canary Island laurel Overview
This species is a large tree about 21m high. It will produce a mass of yellow filaments which are carried in clusters of 5 to 9 blooms, they are followed by small black berries. The evergreen leaves are elliptical and about 15cm long.
How to propagate Canary Island laurel
Cuttings
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Seed
Seed in autumn.
Other uses of Canary Island laurel
Grown for their foliage. Suitable for coastal conditions.