{"product_id":"prunus-laurocerasus-mt-vernon-dwarf-english-laurel-evergreen-shrub-1-container-size-shade-tolerant-groundcover","title":"Prunus laurocerasus ‘Mt Vernon’ – Dwarf English Laurel Evergreen Shrub | #1 Container Size | Shade Tolerant Groundcover","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eAdd year-round evergreen structure and low-maintenance beauty to your landscape with this live Prunus laurocerasus ‘Mt Vernon’, a compact dwarf English Laurel prized for its tidy spreading habit and exceptional adaptability. Unlike larger English laurels, ‘Mt Vernon’ remains compact and well-behaved, forming a dense evergreen mound that rarely flowers or produces seed, making it a non-invasive and garden-friendly choice. Growing only about 2 feet tall while spreading up to 5 feet wide, this versatile shrub is ideal for evergreen groundcover, low borders, shaded beds, underplantings, and urban landscapes. Hardy and resilient, ‘Mt Vernon’ thrives in conditions where many other shrubs struggle, including dry shade, poor soils, and drought once established. With glossy green evergreen foliage and naturally tidy growth, it requires little to no pruning while providing year-round texture and coverage. You will receive a healthy live plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Prunus laurocerasus ‘Mt Vernon’ plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e✔️ Originally grown in #1 container\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e✔️ Compact non-invasive dwarf laurel variety\u003cbr data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003cbr data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eCommon Name: Mt Vernon Dwarf English Laurel\u003cbr data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eBotanical Name: Prunus laurocerasus ‘Mt Vernon’\u003cbr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Young established plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to deep shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eSoil: Adaptable; moist to well-draining sandy or clay soils\u003cbr data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eWatering: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eMature Height: Approximately 2 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eMature Width: Approximately 4–5 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eGrowth Habit: Low spreading evergreen mound\u003cbr data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 6–9\u003cbr data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eFoliage: Glossy green evergreen leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eFlowering: Rarely flowers or sets seed\u003cbr data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for borders and shaded patios\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots. Once established, this hardy shrub requires very little maintenance and tolerates dry shade exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51758388052289,"sku":null,"price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/ListingShopify2_40_0d2f32e3-5c0a-4282-b9d3-336f0ea68ce6.jpg?v=1779633867","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/prunus-laurocerasus-mt-vernon-dwarf-english-laurel-evergreen-shrub-1-container-size-shade-tolerant-groundcover","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}