Bay Laurel Live Plant, Laurus Nobilis Bay Leaf Tree, Evergreen Culinary Herb Plant, Mediterranean Garden Shrub

Bay Laurel Live Plant – Laurus nobilis

Grow your own classic Mediterranean bay laurel with this live Laurus nobilis plant. Also known as the bay leaf tree, this aromatic evergreen is valued for its glossy foliage and traditional use in cooking. It can be grown as a potted plant, patio accent, or outdoor shrub where the climate is suitable.

What you’ll receive

• 1 live Bay Laurel plant

• Botanical name: Laurus nobilis

• Common names: Bay Laurel, Bay Leaf Tree, Sweet Bay

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub or small tree

• Intended use: Ornamental gardening and, when correctly identified and grown appropriately, culinary leaf harvesting

Growing and care

• Light: Full sun to partial shade; provide bright light indoors.

• Water: Water when the upper layer of soil begins to dry, and avoid waterlogged roots.

• Soil: Well-draining potting mix or garden soil.

• Container growing: Use a pot with drainage holes and repot as the plant grows.

• Outdoor growing: Choose a sheltered spot and check local winter temperatures; bay laurel can be damaged by severe cold.

Bay laurel grows slowly to moderately and can be pruned to maintain a compact shrub or trained into a small tree. New growth and mature size depend on climate, light, container size, and care.

Important notes

• This listing is for one live plant, not a packet of dried bay leaves.

• Plant size, pot size, and shipping format should be confirmed in the listing details.

• Do not consume leaves unless the plant’s identity is confirmed as Laurus nobilis and the plant has been grown and handled appropriately for culinary use.

• Avoid using pesticides or other treatments on leaves intended for cooking unless the product label specifically permits that use.

• The plant may arrive with natural variation in foliage and shape.

Add a versatile evergreen to your herb garden, patio collection, or Mediterranean-inspired landscape with this Bay Laurel live plant.