Hedges Direct 
Cherry Laurel Hedge Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia'
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1. Select Your Root Type
Bare Roots
Soil-free and seasonal (Nov–Mar), great value for bulk planting in winter.
Root Balls
Larger plants with soil-wrapped roots—ideal for strong, mature growth in cold months.
Pot Grown
Available year-round with established roots, for flexible, reliable planting.
Instant Hedging
Ready-grown hedges for quick privacy and instant garden impact.
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Root Ball
From £12.99
2. Select Your Height
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Key Features
EVERGREEN
FAST GROWING
HAS BERRIES
HAS FLOWERS (White)
Description
Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) is a true standout in the hedge world with its luscious, rich green leaves that bring privacy and beauty to any garden. Native to regions of Southwest Asia and Southeast Europe, this hedge adds bountiful colour to your outdoor spaces while supporting your wildlife neighbours. In spring, it's adorned with fragrant white flowers, making your garden a haven for bees and butterflies. Come winter, its berries shift from festive red to deep black, offering a seasonal spectacle and a feast for the birds — though, like other hedging plants in the Laurel family, they’re poisonous for humans, pets, and grazing animals. This is except for Bay Laurel, which isn’t considered toxic to humans but is to pets and grazing animals.
Not only does the Cherry Laurel grow up to 60cm annually, reaching a majestic height of 20-30ft, but its speedy growth rate makes it a champion of privacy and an excellent barrier against wind and noise. Its dense foliage makes it perfect for those looking for a natural screen.
Hardy and versatile, it thrives under a variety of conditions, including shaded areas, though it’s not best suited for coastal gardens or alkaline soils. Year-round, you can choose from our pot and cell-grown laurel plants and instant hedging varieties. Or, our bare-root Cherry Laurel hedging is available from November to April, and our root-ball options from mid-October to mid-April.*
Take a look at our root types guide to pick the perfect fit for your garden, or explore our fantastic range of other laurel hedges, including Portuguese Laurel, Spotted Laurel, and Bay Laurel.
*Bare-root and root-ball stock are subject to availability and may change, but are generally available from autumn through to spring.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
Ensure you buy root grow and fertiliser with your plants at the time of purchase
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
Make sure your planting area is in good condition and suitable for planting
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
Plant with root grow & the second feed. Support plants if necessary. Water regularly
Pruning Advice
For a hedge that's always dressed to impress, maintenance pruning can be done twice a year, once in early June (after flowering) and then later in September to neaten it up.
While young plants flourish with minimal pruning to establish themselves, mature Cherry Laurels can handle a significant trim. If yours has become woody, you can cut it down to ground level and it’ll bounce back with lush, new growth. This can be done once a year in spring, ideally in late February or March, before those new buds begin to show. This helps maintain its shape and encourages the growth of that vibrant new foliage that makes the Cherry Laurel a garden favourite.
For a deep dive into perfecting your pruning technique, our Laurel hedging guide will walk you through each snip and trim.