PaPervale Trees

Specialists in Home Grown Trees 

Laurus Nobilis / Bay

Laurus Nobilis, also known as Bay Laurel is a slow growing, evergreen tree that is native to the Mediterranean since the time of the Romans. It is prized for its aromatic evergreen leaves, being awarded the Award of Garden Merit.

Bay Laurel can be seen with a deep green foliage all year with leaves that can reach up to 10cm in length. These leaves have a leathery texture to them and have a narrow but oval like shape which looks amazing, especially on a bright summer day. Bay Laurel is also very popular among Mediterranean cookery as it’s aromatic leaves can be used in cooking once dried in direct sunlight. During spring, Bay blooms with small green-yellow flowers in small dense clusters which will last until early summer which is then followed by some glossy, dark purple berries. Can grow to heights between 3-12m but can easily be controlled with pruning.

Bay Laurel performs best in full sunlight or partial shade and prefers rich, well drained soils. Is commonly used in containers or small gardens but can also be used as a hedge or screen.

NB: The images used in this listings are for example purposes only - the tree has not been grown in the standard lollipop form



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Received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit in 1993


Tree Specs

  • Common Name: Bay Laurel
  • Botanical Name: Laurus Nobilis 
  • Mature Height: 3-12m
  • Key Features: Deep green foliage; Evergreen; Small garden tree; Small clusters of flowers; Berries; Used in cooking; Aromatic leaves;
  • Supplied:  In one litre containers of peat free compost, healthy and well established, approximately 120-150cm (4-5 feet) high, with full planting and aftercare instructions.


about us

Papervale Trees is an exciting young nursery focused on producing trees of exceptional quality whilst having a strong ethos on sustainable and ethical growing practices. 

We propagate and grow over 90% of species on the nursery from "Seed to Sale" ourselves. Any plants we purchase are sourced exclusively from British and Irish nurseries, helping to support the horticulture industry at home and helping to prevent importation of plant pathogens.

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shipping policy

Shipping is free to UK (including Northern Ireland). Trees are dispatched within 24 hours of receiving payment. We use a quick and efficient 2-3 day courier service which is fully traceable and insured.

Orders from the Republic of Ireland are very welcome, due to additional courier costs there is an additional charge of £2.50

Returns policy

If you decide you do not wish to keep your purchase please return your items within 30 days for a full refund.

Contact Us

Papervale Trees is located outside Rathfriland, Co.Down and although not open to the public, visits can be arranged on request. If you would like any further information on any of our trees or help and advice on planting projects please contact Jonathan.

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