Laurel Hedging Plants
Laurel hedging offers lush, evergreen plant species that are ideal for creating privacy screens in gardens of all sizes, while their dense growth of long, sometimes finely serrated leaves shield your garden from noise and wind. From the glossy, floral Cherry Laurel to the deep green foliage of Portuguese Laurel and the vibrant polka-dot leaves of Spotted Laurel, this hedge family brings year-round greenery with minimal fuss.
Laurel is a fast-growing, bird-friendly hedge that’s easy to maintain and thrives in a variety of soil and light conditions. It offers a quick and simple way to add year-round colour, fragrance and structure to any outdoor space – regardless of gardening skill.
Why choose Laurel hedging plants?
Fast-growing for instant impact – Laurel is one of the fastest-growing hedging plants, adding up to 60cm per year for rapid coverage.
Evergreen privacy – These hedges have thick, glossy foliage that provides a year-round screen, protecting your garden from prying eyes, noise, and oncoming wind.
Tough and versatile – Laurel hedging thrives in sun or shade and tolerates a wide range of soil types, making it easy to create a living wall in your garden.
Wildlife-friendly – In spring, Laurel hedging produces flowers that attract pollinators, while in autumn, its berries provide food for birds and other small animals.
Low-maintenance beauty – Laurel is easy to care for and requires only occasional pruning to keep its shape.
Expert tips for planting Laurel hedging
For the best results, bare-root and root balled plants should be planted between autumn and early spring, allowing them to settle before the growing season. If you’re planting potted laurels or instant hedging troughs, they can be placed in the ground anytime as long as conditions aren’t too dry or frozen.
A light trim once a year, ideally in late summer or early autumn, will keep your laurel hedge in top condition. With proper care, Laurel hedging will provide an evergreen backdrop to your garden for years to come.
If you’re new to gardening and worried about something going wrong, our 12-month Plant Guarantee lets you buy with confidence. Simply plant your hedge using Rootgrow and a further plant feed, such as Bonemeal, After Plant Bio-Active Evergreen Fertiliser, or After Plant Seaweed Bio-stimulant, and we’ll be happy to replace your laurels if they fail. *Conditions apply.
Learn more about planting and caring for your hedge with our Laurel hedging guide.