Prunus lusitanica 'ANGUSTIFOLIA'

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Angustifolia is a very elegant variety of Portugal laurel. Irrespective of its origin it belongs to the hardiest evergreen plants for our climate and performs better than some large-leaved cherry laurels.

It has narrower leaves than the species and brighter red stalks and new twigs. It grows moderately and very dense into a regular, pyramidal shrub. In our climate it seldom reaches 3m tall. Blossoms are numerous racemes, compound of white, sweetly scented flowers. Fruits are black berries, and contain the same poison found in bitter almonds. Pruning is not needed but is possible in April or mid July.

It loves full sun but will thrive almost anywhere. In locations with cold and long winters we suggest finding it a place without direct winter sunlight that might burn its leaves. Once established it tolerates summer dry spells. On the other hand, the moister the soil is the richer and healthier foliage you can expect. The soil is preferred acidic, permeable, and rich in organic matter. In winter provide extra watering in frost-free periods when the ground is not frozen. Fully hardy to -25°C (USDA zone 6).

Last update 20-01-2009