Laurus nobilis f. angustifolia

Also Known As

Laurus nobilis [Narrow leaf form]
Laurus noblis 'Angustifolia'
Bay Laurel
Bay Tree
Narrow Leaf Bay
Narrow Leaf Sweet Bay Laurel
Sweet Bay
True Laurel
Willow Bay Laurel

Plant type

tree, shrub, herb

size

H: 8'-20'
W: 6'-25'

planting zones

7a-11

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Laurus nobilis f. angustifolia plant details

Laurus nobilis f. angustifolia is a broadleaf evergreen herb, shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Laurus nobilis f. angustifolia

Plant type: herb, shrub or tree
Plant family: lauraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 25 FT - wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Laurus nobilis f. angustifolia

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Narrow leaved form of the Grecian bay with willow-like evergreen leaves and a densely branched, more spreading canopy than the more upright species, to 20 ft tall and eventually 25 ft wide. Sun and well-drained soil is best with little summer water necessary once established. Has proven hardier than most selections and, though a warm sheltered spot is preferred, has survived temps nearing 0F, bottom of USDA zone 7, with little harm. We received this the Royal Horticultural Society garden at Wisley with the above name, a still current name there, but plants are also sold as L. nobilis 'Angustifolia.'

By: Cistus Nursery

All the same wonderfully aromatic characteristics of the Bay Laurel, but with very elegant, narrow, willow-like foliage, this large 10-20' shrub/tree has a wonderful texture and can be shaped into topiary, kept small for container or it makes a fabulous kitchen garden or hedge plant; can be kept indoors overwinter in colder areas. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

This is the less common narrow leafed form of the true culinary Bay which not only brings excellent ornamental value but more hardiness than the typical form. These are cutting grown from Andy Van Hevelingen's plant in Newburg which was unscathed by single digits.