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Prunus caroliniana
Carolina Laurel Cherry
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Normans/Applegate/Mullany
Description
This large evergreen shrub or small tree has leaves that are glossy and 2-4" in length. It is excellent as either a formal hedge or an informal screen. It has creamy white flowers in late-winter and spring followed by small black berries.
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.