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Laurus nobilis/Sweet Bay
Foliage and flower buds
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Scientific Name:
Laurus nobilis
Common Name:
Sweet Bay
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
8, 9, 10
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Height:
30-50 feet
Spread:
20- 30 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
Green, Yellow
Fruit present:
Fall
Fruit color:
Purple
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
The foliage was used in ancient times to make crowns for conquering Greek and Roman heroes. Foliage yields an oil used for medicines and perfumes. In landscapes it is used as specimen tree, container plant, topiary and in a herb gradens. Its foliage is very susceptible in infestation by scale insects.