Myrtifolia flowering Portuguese laurel
Prunus lusitanica 'Myrtifolia flowering'
RHS AGM (current)
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Spreading / flat-topped
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Fall color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Myrtifolia flowering' Portuguese laurel (Prunus lusitanica 'Myrtifolia flowering') is a tree for borders, hedges, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. It stays evergreen and grows in a spreading, flat-topped shape at a moderate pace. The fragrant flowers attract butterflies, bees, and birds. It is also drought tolerant.
Pairs well with Catmint, Lady's mantle, and Arrowwood viburnum.