Bay Laurel ‘Sweet Bay Leaf’
Bay Laurelcomma-sign also known as Sweet Bay Leafcomma-sign is a versatilecomma-sign aromatic evergreen shrub or small tree that produces fragrantcomma-sign glossy green leaves used for culinary purposes. The leaves are the source of bay leavescomma-sign which are commonly used to flavor soupscomma-sign stewscomma-sign stockscomma-sign and sauces. This plant is prized for its mildly bitter yet fragrant leaves and can be grown as a small tree or shrub in gardenscomma-sign containerscomma-sign or as a hedge.
Specs
Culinary Staple with Mediterranean Charm
Bay Laurel ‘Sweet Bay Leaf’ is a bold, aromatic evergreen herb prized for its classic bay leaves, used to enhance soups, stews, and sauces. Its upright form can be pruned into a tidy shrub or grown into a small tree.
Product Highlights
Category: Edible Herb
Bloom Time: Spring
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Mature Size: 6 to 12 feet (can be pruned for size)
USDA Zone: 8 to 10
Temperature: Thrives in 50–85°F
Color: Glossy green foliage with small yellow blooms
Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Bay Laurel ‘Sweet Bay Leaf’ is a bold, aromatic evergreen herb prized for its classic bay leaves, used to enhance soups, stews, and sauces. Its upright form can be pruned into a tidy shrub or grown into a small tree.
Product Highlights
Category: Edible Herb
Bloom Time: Spring
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Mature Size: 6 to 12 feet (can be pruned for size)
USDA Zone: 8 to 10
Temperature: Thrives in 50–85°F
Color: Glossy green foliage with small yellow blooms
Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Spring Only
Growth Habit:
Upright & Bushy
Mature Height:
LARGE (6 to 15 feet)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Moderate Climate
Color:
Green Foliage
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Moderate
Bloom Size:
Small
Pet Friendly:
Yes