1 Gallon Bay Laurel Tree Live Plant | Laurus nobilis | Bay Leaf Herb | Sweet Bay | Culinary Herb Tree | Evergreen Patio Plant | Edible Leaves

Grow your own fresh bay leaves with Laurus nobilis, commonly known as Bay Laurel or Sweet Bay. This aromatic evergreen tree is prized for its flavorful leaves, which are a staple in soups, stews, sauces, and many Mediterranean dishes. Beyond the kitchen, Bay Laurel makes an elegant ornamental tree with glossy green foliage that looks beautiful year-round.

Perfect for gardens or patio containers, Bay Laurel can be pruned into a compact shrub, topiary, or small tree. It thrives in warm climates and also grows exceptionally well in containers, making it easy to overwinter indoors in colder regions.

Plant Details
• Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis
• Common Names: Bay Laurel, Sweet Bay, Bay Leaf Tree
• Pot Size: 1 Gallon Trade Nursery Pot
• Plant Type: Evergreen Tree or Large Shrub
• Mature Height: Up to 40–60 feet in ideal landscapes; easily maintained much smaller with pruning or in containers
• Foliage: Glossy, dark green, aromatic leaves
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–10
• Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Water: Moderate; allow well-drained soil but avoid prolonged drying in containers
• Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate

Why You'll Love It
• Harvest fresh bay leaves for cooking
• Evergreen foliage provides year-round beauty
• Excellent patio or container plant
• Can be shaped into topiary or maintained as a compact shrub
• Fragrant ornamental tree with culinary value
• Long-lived and easy to maintain

Growing & Care
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly while establishing. Container-grown plants should be watered whenever the top inch of soil becomes dry but should never remain waterlogged. Fertilize lightly in spring to encourage healthy new growth. Prune as needed to maintain your preferred size and shape.

Shipping Information
• Ships as a healthy live Bay Laurel in a 1-gallon trade nursery pot.
• Plants are carefully packaged to retain moisture and protect roots during shipping.
• Plant size and fullness naturally vary by season.
• Shipping may be delayed during periods of extreme heat or freezing temperatures to help protect live plants.

Plant Guarantee
We carefully inspect every plant before shipping. If your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 48 hours with photos of both the plant and its original packaging. We will gladly provide a replacement or refund when appropriate. Minor leaf loss, slight browning, or temporary wilting during shipping is normal and plants typically recover with proper care.

Important Notes
• Living plants naturally vary in size and appearance throughout the year.
• Listing photos represent the plant at various stages of growth.
• Our 1-gallon containers are standard nursery trade pots and may hold less than a full U.S. liquid gallon, which is standard throughout the nursery industry.