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    Laurus nobilis Sicilian Sunshine®

    Scientific Name: Laurus nobilis 'LNSS'

    Also Known As

    • Laurus nobilis 'Sicillian Sunshine'
    • Sicilian Sunshine® Bay Laurel

    Plant type

    tree, shrub, herb

    size

    • H: 10'-25'
    • W: 6'-15'

    planting zones

    • 8b-12

    Laurus nobilis Sicilian Sunshine® plant details

    Laurus nobilis Sicilian Sunshine® is a broadleaf evergreen herb, shrub or tree with chartreuse, gold and green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Laurus nobilis Sicilian Sunshine®

    Plant type: herb, shrub or tree
    Plant family: lauraceae
    Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold and green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 25 FT - tall
    Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
    Uses: edible

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Laurus nobilis Sicilian Sunshine®

    USDA Zones: 8b - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
    Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This is a delightful plant for edible or Mediterranean landscapes, this fine 6-20' upright tree/shrub has brighter and more reliable golden color than other yellow-leaved cultivars. The eye-catching red pedicles also add a nice touch of color. A perfect choice for a focal point in the garden and it can also be easily kept in a large pot. S/M PPAF

    By: Forestfarm

    New to us, this very golden selection of the culinary bay, reaches a densely pyramidal 20-25 feet with age. Easily kept smaller. Leaves are an intense gold winter to mid summer, then greening with heat - the new growth remaining gold. Beautiful for accent or container. Dry summer, sunny location, well drained soil. We suspect this is a bit more tender than some. USDA zone 8b.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Laurus nobilis Sicilian Sunshine® plant

    How to Grow Laurus nobilis Sicilian Sunshine®

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • gold
      • chartreuse
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • chartreuse

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    Landscape groups by tags

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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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