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LAURUS nobilis 'Aurea'
Commonly known as Golden bay

Excellent bright gold foliage
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, tortrix moth caterpillars, powdery mildew, leaf spot. -
Place of origin
Mediterranean -
EvergreenNarrowly ovate, glossy leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Town garden
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Gold
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
12m (39ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft) -
TreeOr large shrub
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soilShelter from cold winds
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Broadly conical
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size12m (39ft)
10m (33ft)
View Detailed Plant Description
The golden variety of this densely branched conical tree or large shrub native to the Mediteranean region growing in moist rocky areas.
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