Cherry Laurel
Prunus laurocerasus
Family: RosaceaeNative: Regions bordering the Black Sea in southwestern Asia and southeastern Europe (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, Turkey, Bulgaria, and Serbia).Identified: Mar 7, 2026
An evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, glossy dark green leaves. It features small, creamy-white, fragrant flowers in long racemes, followed by small cherry-like fruits that turn black when ripe.
Learn more about Cherry Laurel in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
Thrives in full sun to deep shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry spells. Prune in late spring or early summer to maintain shape.