Compact Carolina Cherry Laurel is a compact upright evergreen shrub and aromatic bright green leaves with no fall color. Upright panicle clusters of fragrant white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by small black drupes in summer. Flowers best in part shade and rich moist well-drained soils.
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Origins: |
Southeast N. America; GA Native |
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Height: |
8' - 10' |
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Spread: |
6’ - 8' |
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Spacing: |
7' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water Regularly. Use gloves when handling-sap can cause allergic reactions.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Agapanthus, Day Lily, Hydrangea,
Image: homeredwardprice, Prunuscaroliniana, CC BY 2.0
