Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' – Elegant, Hardy & Versatile Laurel with Glossy Green Foliage and Vibrant White Flowers
Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita', commonly known as the 'Novita' Laurel, is a robust, evergreen shrub that stands out for its glossy, dark green foliage, its compact, bushy form, and its ability to provide year-round beauty and structure to gardens. This variety of cherry laurel is known for its dense growth and its ability to form a perfect hedge or screen. With its attractive foliage and fragrant white flowers in spring, Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' is perfect for adding privacy, texture, and color to landscapes of all types.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: New growth emerges with fresh, glossy dark green leaves, and small white flowers begin to bloom in late spring, offering a light, pleasant fragrance that attracts pollinators.
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Summer: The foliage remains rich and vibrant, providing a lush backdrop in the garden. The shrub maintains its dense structure and offers excellent coverage and privacy.
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Autumn: As temperatures cool, the evergreen leaves retain their vibrant green color, providing a consistent backdrop throughout the fall.
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Winter: The dark, glossy leaves stand out against the winter landscape, offering visual interest and a striking green contrast to the surrounding dormancy.
Structure & Form
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Height: Grows to a height of approximately 3–4 meters (300–400 cm), making it perfect for use as a hedge, privacy screen, or a specimen shrub in the garden.
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Spread: It spreads up to 2–3 meters (200–300 cm) wide, developing a dense, bushy form that provides solid coverage and a refined shape.
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Foliage: The evergreen leaves are large, glossy, and dark green, creating a polished, attractive appearance that provides year-round color and texture.
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Flowers: In late spring, the shrub produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers that add a touch of elegance and fragrance to the garden, attracting bees and butterflies.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Hedges & Privacy Screens: Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' is perfect for creating dense, evergreen hedges or privacy screens, providing excellent coverage throughout the year and shielding your garden from prying eyes.
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Mixed Borders: Adds texture and interest to mixed borders, where its glossy foliage contrasts beautifully with the flowers and foliage of other plants.
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Urban & Coastal Gardens: This hardy shrub is well-suited to urban environments, as it tolerates pollution, and is also adaptable to coastal conditions, making it perfect for city gardens or coastal landscapes.
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Foundation Planting: Ideal for planting near the foundation of a home or building, where its dense foliage creates an attractive backdrop while adding a touch of greenery to the landscape.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, with the best results in areas that receive some sun. It is highly adaptable to different light conditions, making it a versatile choice for many garden settings.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist, slightly acidic to neutral soil but can tolerate a variety of soil types, including clay and loam, as long as they are well-drained.
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Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9, Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' is suitable for a wide range of climates, tolerating both cold winters and warmer conditions.
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Maintenance: This shrub is relatively low-maintenance, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its shape and to remove any dead or damaged wood. It is resistant to most pests and diseases, making it an excellent choice for a low-maintenance garden.
Why Choose Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita'?
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Evergreen Foliage: The large, glossy dark green leaves provide year-round interest and structure, creating a polished appearance throughout all seasons.
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Fragrant Flowers: The fragrant white flowers in spring provide an additional layer of beauty, attracting pollinators and offering seasonal interest.
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Hardy & Versatile: Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' is a tough, adaptable shrub that can thrive in various soil types and weather conditions, making it an ideal choice for many garden styles and locations.
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Low-Maintenance: With minimal care required, this shrub is perfect for gardeners who want a low-maintenance plant that adds beauty and function to the landscape.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Evergreens: Pair with other evergreen plants such as Boxwood, Yew, or Holly to create a year-round green backdrop that complements the glossy foliage of Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita'.
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Flowering Shrubs: Combine with flowering shrubs like Azaleas, Rhododendrons, or Camellias to add vibrant color and seasonal interest alongside the evergreen Laurel.
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Perennials: Add perennials such as Hostas, Daylilies, or Geraniums to create a layered garden that contrasts beautifully with the dense, glossy foliage of the shrub.
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Ornamental Grasses: Pair with ornamental grasses like Miscanthus or Festuca to provide texture and movement that contrasts nicely with the upright form of the laurel.
Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' is an elegant and versatile shrub that brings year-round beauty, structure, and privacy to any landscape. Whether used as a hedge, specimen shrub, or in mixed borders, its glossy evergreen leaves, fragrant spring flowers, and dense growth make it a standout choice for gardens of all types. With its hardiness and low-maintenance care, Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' is perfect for gardeners seeking a durable, attractive, and easy-to-grow plant.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
