Umbellularia californica |
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California Bay or Laurel, Oregon My |
The California Bay is an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub that slowly reaches 30'-60' high. It tolerates full sun in coastal areas but prefers afternoon shade in warm, inland areas and moderate amount of water. Use foliage for cooking, which is more pungent thatn Sweet Bay leaf. Yellow flowers appear in spring, followed by purple, inedible fruit.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Color
Purple
Fruit Season
Summer
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.