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    Laurus nobilis 'Starbright'

    Also Known As

    • Starbright Sweet Bay

    Plant type

    tree, shrub, herb

    size

    • H: 20'-25'
    • W: 12'-18'

    planting zones

    • 7a-11

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    Laurus nobilis 'Starbright' plant details

    Laurus nobilis 'Starbright' is a broadleaf evergreen herb, shrub or tree with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Laurus nobilis 'Starbright'

    Plant type: herb, shrub or tree
    Plant family: lauraceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 FT - 18 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
    Uses: culinary, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Laurus nobilis 'Starbright'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A Cistus introduction, but given to us by plantsman Mike Remmick of a plant he selected and has grown in McMinnville Oregon for many years. Upright in habit with luxurious red-purple stems and fluted leaves making an imbricate pattern with the typical culinary flavor and aroma. Expect 20-25' but easily trimmed and excellent for a container. Sun to part shade in upper USDA zone 7, prefers good drainage and able to withstand summer drought.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Laurus nobilis 'Starbright' plant

    How to Grow Laurus nobilis 'Starbright'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Laurus 'Saratoga'

    aka Saratoga Bay Laurel

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 20'-25'

    Width: 10'-15'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Laurus 'Saratoga' flower by Forestfarm
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    Laurus nobilis

    aka Sweet Bay Laurel

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub, Herb

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 6'-40'

    Width: 15'-20'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Laurus nobilis form by Giancarlo Dessi
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    Laurus nobilis f. angustifolia

    aka 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

    Zones

    7a-11

    Size

    Height: 8'-20'

    Width: 6'-25'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Laurus nobilis f. angustifolia foliage by Evan Bean
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    Laurus nobilis 'Aurea'

    aka Laurus nobilis 'Aureus', Aureus Sweet Bay, Golden Bay

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 10'-30'

    Width: 6'-15'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • occasional
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Laurus nobilis 'Aurea' by plant lust
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    Laurus nobilis 'Crispa'

    aka Crispa Sweet Bay, Pie Crust Bay, Wavy Bay

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Herb

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 12'

    Width: 6'

    • sun
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Laurus nobilis 'Crispa' foliage by Cistus Nursery
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