{"product_id":"prunus-lusitanica-portuguese-laurel","title":"Prunus Lusitanica - Portuguese Laurel","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrunus lusitanica, commonly known as Portuguese Laurel, is a hardy evergreen shrub or small tree prized for its dense dark green foliage, attractive flowers, and excellent hedging qualities. Growing to approximately 4m high and 3m wide, it is widely used for screening, privacy hedges, topiary, and formal garden designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn spring and early summer, clusters of small cream-white flowers appear, producing a pleasant hawthorn-like fragrance that attracts pollinators. These are followed by decorative red berries that mature to deep purple black, adding seasonal interest and attracting birdlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePortuguese Laurel responds exceptionally well to trimming and shaping, making it ideal for creating dense, formal hedges and structured landscape features. It thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to both dry and moist soils. Hardy and drought tolerant once established, it performs well in exposed and moderately exposed locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Portuguese Laurel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name: Prunus lusitanica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 4m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread: 3m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabit: Dense evergreen shrub or small tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage: Evergreen glossy dark green leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Colour: Cream-white\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature: Fragrant flowers and decorative purple-black berries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition: Full sun to part shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Moisture: Dry to moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExposure: Exposed to moderately exposed sites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsage: Hedging, screening, topiary, privacy planting, and formal gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Size: 45L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly available in the Canterbury area. Hand delivery is guaranteed; packaging may vary depending on quantity ordered. Safe and secure arrangements to be made directly with the customer. Pick up is also an option if suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leading Landscapes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44531043500125,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4136\/8413\/files\/portugueselaurel1.jpg?v=1781837767","url":"https:\/\/www.leadinglandscapes.store\/products\/prunus-lusitanica-portuguese-laurel","provider":"Leading Landscapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}