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Back to buying optionsBay Leaf Tree – Laurus nobilis Live Plant | 6–9 Inch Tall | Sweet Bay Laurel Herb | Culinary Bay Leaves | Edible Garden Plant | Ready to Grow
Bring the classic flavor and evergreen beauty of Sweet Bay Laurel to your home garden with this live Laurus nobilis Bay Leaf Tree. This versatile culinary herb is prized for its aromatic leaves, which can be harvested throughout the year and used to add rich flavor to soups, sauces, stews, roasts, and other recipes.
The plant you receive will be approximately 6–9 inches tall and ready to continue growing in its new environment. Laurus nobilis is an evergreen tree that can eventually become a substantial landscape plant, reaching up to approximately 60 feet when grown outdoors under favorable conditions. It can also be maintained at a smaller size through pruning or grown in a container.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Bay Leaf Tree plant
✔️ Laurus nobilis Sweet Bay Laurel variety
✔️ Approximately 6–9 inches tall
✔️ Healthy young plant ready to grow
✔️ Aromatic edible leaves
✔️ Leaves can be harvested throughout the year
✔️ Suitable for garden beds or containers
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Bay Laurel, Sweet Bay, Bay Leaf Tree
Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis
Plant Type: Evergreen culinary herb/tree
Growth Habit: Upright and branching
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings
Mature Height: Up to approximately 60 feet outdoors
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Foliage: Evergreen, aromatic leaves
USDA Zones: 8–10
Container Friendly: Yes
Edible Plant: Yes
Harvest: Leaves can be harvested throughout the year
💡 Care Tip: Plant your Bay Laurel in well-draining soil and provide plenty of sunlight for healthy growth. Water regularly while establishing, but avoid keeping the roots constantly wet. Regular pruning can help maintain a compact shape, especially when growing in containers. Harvest mature leaves as needed and allow the plant to continue producing new foliage.
