5 Inch Live Plant Bay Laurel Laurus nobilis Bay Leaf Tree Starter Plant

Bay laurel is a versatile evergreen shrub or small tree prized for its glossy, aromatic leaves and upright, bushy habit. As a live starter plant, it brings year-round structure and texture to containers, herb gardens, and sunny patios, and it can be trained into topiary or a small standard over time.

The leathery leaves are the classic culinary bay leaf, commonly added whole to soups, stews, and sauces to layer in a warm, herbal aroma during long cooking. This slow-growing, woody plant performs best in bright light with well-drained soil and consistent moisture, and it responds well to light pruning to maintain a compact shape. It also works as an ornamental container specimen for patios or indoor bright-light areas.
Species: Laurus nobilis
Type: Evergreen shrub or small tree
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Well-drained, loamy potting mix
Zones: 8 to 11
Germination: Not applicable
Spacing: 18 to 24 inches
Notes: Slow-growing; trim lightly to shape; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings