Prunus laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken'

Prunus laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken', commonly known as Cherry Laurel, is a woody landscape shrub valued for its cream or tan and white flowers during spring. It typically matures 3–4 feet tall and 6–8 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained clay or loam soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Europe. The fruits are relished by birds, and the flowers attract pollinator bees. In the landscape, it works well in accent, foundation planting, and hedge. Once established, it shows useful tolerance to dry soil, heavy shade, and pollution.

Provides durable landscape structure, screening or specimen value, and seasonal interest.