Prunus caroliniana |
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Carolina Laurel Cherry |
Description
This large evergreen shrub or small tree has leaves that are glossy and 2"-4" in length. It is used as a formal hedge or an informal screen. It has creamy white flowers in late-winter and spring followed by small black berries.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black
Fruit Season
Spring
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Clay
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Lawn, Street Tree
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.