Schip Laurel Live Plant, 6–10 Inch Evergreen Shrub, 2.5 Inch Pot, Privacy Hedge Plant, Skip Laurel Outdoor Shrub

Create a lush, year-round privacy screen with this live Schip Laurel shrub. Also known as Skip Laurel, this evergreen hedge plant is valued for its rich green foliage, shade tolerance, and suitability for outdoor landscaping.

Whether you're planning a garden border, screening an outdoor space, or adding structure to your landscape, this young shrub offers a practical starting point for a beautiful evergreen hedge.

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Plant: 1 live Schip Laurel shrub

• Common name: Schip Laurel / Skip Laurel

• Genus: Prunus

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub

• Height at shipment: Approximately 6–10 inches

• Nursery pot: Approximately 2.5 inches

• Foliage: Green, dense evergreen leaves

• Growing location: Outdoor

• Listed hardiness: USDA zones 6–9

• Light: Partial shade to full sun

• Water: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist while establishing

WHY GROW SCHIP LAUREL?

• Year-round greenery: Evergreen foliage adds lasting structure to the landscape.

• Privacy and screening: Suitable for hedge rows, garden boundaries, and outdoor screening.

• Flexible light conditions: Grows in partial shade to full sun when other growing conditions are suitable.

• Landscaping versatility: Works well in larger gardens and planned hedge plantings.

• Established landscape potential: With suitable care, plants can develop into substantial evergreen shrubs.

GROWING AND CARE GUIDE

Sunlight: Plant in partial shade to full sun. In hotter climates, some afternoon shade may help reduce stress.

Soil: Choose moist, well-drained soil. Schip Laurel can tolerate a range of soil conditions, but avoid locations where water remains around the roots.

Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and monitor soil moisture during establishment. Once established, the shrub may tolerate short periods of dry weather, but prolonged drought can cause stress.

Spacing: For a privacy hedge, plan spacing according to the desired mature density and the space available. Approximately 3–5 feet apart is a starting guideline, not a guarantee of a completely filled hedge by a particular date.

Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the root zone while keeping it away from direct contact with the stem.

Pruning: Prune as needed to maintain your preferred shape and size. Avoid removing excessive foliage at one time.

MATURE SIZE AND FLOWERS

Schip Laurel can grow into a large shrub, potentially reaching around 10–12 feet tall under suitable conditions. Actual mature size and growth rate vary with climate, soil, light, and care.

Mature plants may produce clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by small, dark purplish-black fruits. Flowering and fruiting are not guaranteed on young plants or in every growing environment.

IMPORTANT PLANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Schip Laurel contains compounds that can release cyanide when plant tissues are damaged or digested. Leaves and seeds are toxic if eaten. Keep the plant away from children and pets who may chew plant material, and do not consume any part of the plant.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 1 live Schip Laurel shrub

• Approximately 6–10 inches tall at shipment

• Grown in an approximately 2.5-inch nursery pot

PLEASE NOTE

• Live plants naturally vary in shape, branching, and foliage.

• The plant may arrive without flowers or fruit.

• Allow time for the plant to acclimate after delivery.

• Shipping is not available to Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico, as indicated in the listing title.

• Please check local regulations and growing suitability before ordering.

Start your evergreen landscaping project with a young Schip Laurel plant and grow a green, structured outdoor hedge with the right planting conditions and care.