Partial Sun to Full Sun(At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height
10 Feet
Mature Spread
5-6 Feet
Growing Zones
7 to 10
Skip Cherry Laurel delivers instant, glossy-green privacy with an elegant, upright habit that looks polished year-round. Fragrant white flower spikes in spring add a subtle, garden-fresh note, followed by small black berries for seasonal texture. This is the easy hedge that stays lush without demanding constant attention.
Naturally dense and evergreen, it thrives from bright sun to partial shade and takes well to shaping. Use it as a narrow screen along property lines, to frame entries with structure, or as a handsome backdrop for flowering perennials. Tough, adaptable, and urban-tolerant, Skip Cherry Laurel keeps landscapes looking finished in every season.
Skip Cherry Laurel Care
Give 4–8 hours of sun daily; full sun builds the tightest form, while partial shade is ideal in hotter regions. Plant in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; it tolerates loam or light clay with a pH around 6.0–7.5. Water deeply the first growing season (about once or twice weekly, depending on weather), then water when the top 2 inches of soil feel dry; moderately drought tolerant once established. Maintain a 2–3 inch mulch ring, keeping mulch a few inches off the stems.
Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release shrub fertilizer; a light mid-summer boost is optional in poor soils. Prune in late winter to shape, or shear lightly after spring bloom to maintain a formal hedge. Hardy in Zones 6–9; in colder or windy sites, provide winter wind protection the first year. Suitable for large containers with excellent drainage.
Skip Cherry Laurel Spacing
For a single specimen, allow 6–8 feet of open space (mature size typically 10–12 feet tall by 5–7 feet wide). For a fast privacy hedge, plant 3–4 feet on center; for lower maintenance, 4–5 feet on center. Keep at least 3 feet from walls, fences, and pathways for airflow and trimming access. In containers, start with a sturdy pot 20–24 inches wide and 18–20 inches deep; upgrade or root-prune every 2–3 years. No trellis required; clip once or twice per season to your preferred height.
Why Grow Skip Cherry Laurel?
• Evergreen privacy that looks refined, not bulky • Fragrant spring flowers and sleek, glossy foliage for four-season appeal • Adaptable to sun or partial shade and urban conditions, with straightforward care • Naturally narrow, upright habit perfect for tight lot lines and entry framing • Often avoided by deer and tolerant of light drought once established
Bring home Skip Cherry Laurel for a clean, polished screen that works hard with minimal fuss. If you want instant structure and year-round green, this is the reliable hedge you’ll appreciate every time you step outside.
