Bay Laurel - USDA Organic - Laurus nobilis

Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis)

The Bay Laurel is a Mediterranean evergreen prized for its glossy, deep green foliage and culinary versatility. This USDA organic certified plant delivers triple appeal: beautiful ornamental growth, aromatic leaves perfect for kitchens worldwide, and decorative summer berries that support pollinators. When you buy Bay Laurel online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're getting a pesticide-free, slow-growing companion that adapts beautifully to containers or garden beds.

Landscaping Uses

Plant your Bay Laurel in a sunny spot with at least four to eight hours of daily light, whether in the ground or in a large container. This flexible plant works equally well as a focal point shrub, a formal topiary, or a Mediterranean-style specimen in mixed borders. The aromatic foliage makes it especially valuable near kitchen gardens or outdoor entertaining spaces where fresh leaves are within arm's reach.

Specifications

Height: Small to medium (variable with pruning)
Width: Variable with pruning
Growth Rate: Slow
Sun: Full to partial sun (4–8 hours daily)
Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings
Soil: Well-draining, adaptable to various types
USDA Zones: 8–11

Why Homeowners Love It

• Certified organic growth with zero pesticide residue for health-conscious gardeners
• Harvests fresh or dried leaves year-round for culinary seasoning and cooking depth
• Low-maintenance with minimal fertilizer needs and flexible pruning options
• Attracts beneficial pollinators and wildlife while producing edible summer berries

Planting & Care

Choose a location with full to partial sun and well-draining soil. Dig a hole three times wider than the root ball and plant at the same depth, then water thoroughly to settle the soil. For containers, use a pot with ample drainage holes and size it about twice as large as the nursery pot. Water when the top two inches of soil feel dry, and fertilize container plants lightly in spring and mid-summer with a balanced formula. Prune in late winter to remove dead growth and shape your plant into your preferred form—whether tree, shrub, or topiary.