Description
With its dense growth and glossy green leaves, the cherry laurel 'Novita' offers an attractive and vibrant solution for privacy and garden design. This robust deciduous plant initially displays light green leaves that later transform into a glossy dark green. Unlike common deciduous trees, the cherry laurel 'Novita' retains its leaves throughout the year, providing a beautiful green appearance even in winter.
The supplied plants have a height of 125 to 150 cm, excluding the pot, and are ideal for creating a hedge of 10 meters. We recommend planting 2 plants per meter with a spacing of approximately 20 cm. The plants are offered in a pot with a diameter of 35 cm and a capacity of 15 liters and are pot-grown, which benefits the quality and stability of the plants.
Advantages of Cherry Laurel 'Novita':
Dense, evergreen growth: Ideal for those who desire an evergreen hedge without the presence of conifers.
Fast growth: Under ideal conditions, the crop can grow 35 to 40 cm annually.
Few plants per meter: The bushy growth ensures a dense hedge with only a few plants per meter.
Seasonal appeal: In May and June, beautiful white flower clusters adorn the foliage and spread a pleasant fragrance; In autumn, black, cherry-sized fruits adorn the branches (not edible).
Tips for location and care:
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Robust and low-maintenance: Grows well in both sunny and semi-shady locations.
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Soil preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich, and nutritious soil.
Pruning tolerance: Responds positively to pruning and rewards this with increased growth.
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Pruning time: It is best to prune in March/April or in autumn.
Resilience: Reliably sprouts from old wood even after a long pruning break. out.
The 'Novita' cherry laurel is not only an excellent choice for hedges, but also for group planting in the garden or as a standalone showpiece in a large pot on the terrace. Thanks to its tolerance for pruning, it is also perfectly suited for topiary, allowing you to shape it as desired – a true enrichment for any garden landscape!
