{"product_id":"dafin-laurus-nobilis-arbore-aromatic-mediteranean","title":"XL Bay Laurel – Laurus nobilis, aromatic Mediterranean tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaurus nobilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003ebay laurel\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003elaurel\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an emblematic plant of the Mediterranean region, appreciated since ancient times both for its beauty and for its symbolic and practical value. Considered a symbol of victory, glory, and success, the laurel was used in Antiquity to make the famous wreaths awarded to victors, retaining its association with elegance and prestige to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, \u003cem\u003eLaurus nobilis\u003c\/em\u003e is cultivated both as an \u003cstrong\u003eevergreen ornamental plant\u003c\/strong\u003e and as an aromatic plant. Its lanceolate, leathery, dark green, glossy leaves are intensely fragrant and traditionally used to flavor culinary dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBay laurel tolerates pruning and shaping very well and can be grown as a shrub, hedge, or \u003cstrong\u003etree on a trunk with a compact crown\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent choice for terraces, courtyards, gardens, and large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Botanical characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLaurus nobilis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bay Laurel, Laurel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lauraceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e evergreen shrub or tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent, leathery, aromatic leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark green, glossy foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense, well-branched growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates pruning and shaping very well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown in the garden or in a pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lived plant that can reach considerable dimensions if allowed to grow freely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Growing conditions and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers a sunny or partially shaded position. Good light promotes compact growth and dense foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, loose, and well-drained. Bay laurel tolerates different soil types but does not tolerate water stagnation around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular during the warm season, allowing the surface layer of the substrate to dry slightly between waterings. Well-established plants become relatively tolerant of short periods of drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be fertilized periodically during the active growing season, in spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e tolerates pruning very well. The crown can be shaped periodically to maintain a compact and balanced form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing in pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e adapts very well to container cultivation, provided there is effective drainage. As it develops, the plant should be gradually transplanted into larger containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e❄️ Resistance to low temperatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLaurus nobilis\u003c\/em\u003e is a Mediterranean plant with moderate cold tolerance. \u003cstrong\u003eWell-established plants grown in the ground can tolerate temperatures of approximately -7°C under favorable conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e, but actual hardiness depends on the duration of the frost, wind, soil moisture, position, and maturity of the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn regions with harsher winters, a sheltered position and protection of the root area with mulch are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimens grown in pots are much more vulnerable to frost\u003c\/strong\u003e, as their roots are exposed to low temperatures from all directions. Containers should be protected or moved to a bright, frost-free location when temperatures drop significantly below 0°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Recommended substrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cem\u003eLaurus nobilis\u003c\/em\u003e, we recommend a fertile, airy, and well-drained substrate that retains enough moisture for the plant's development while allowing excess water to drain quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor specimens grown permanently in pots, drainage is essential, especially during the cold season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Uses and symbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBay leaves are known throughout the world for their characteristic aroma and are traditionally used as a spice. At the same time, the plant has a long ornamental and symbolic history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Greco-Roman culture, the laurel wreath was associated with \u003cstrong\u003evictory, glory, and recognition of achievement\u003c\/strong\u003e, a symbolism that continues to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✨ What makes it special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eevergreen, intensely aromatic foliage;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eboth an ornamental and aromatic plant;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe leaves are traditionally used in cooking;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etolerates pruning and shaping very well;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecan be trained as a shrub or tree on a trunk;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eideal for gardens, terraces, and large containers;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eelegant Mediterranean appearance;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elong-lived plant with a distinctive history and symbolism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📌 Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape of the crown, degree of branching, trunk thickness, and foliage density may naturally vary from one specimen to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an evergreen plant, specimens may have spots, scratches, dry edges or tips, small breaks, discoloration, or other aesthetic imperfections resulting from growing conditions, handling, transportation, or adaptation to new environmental conditions. After a change of environment, the plant may lose some of its older leaves and produce new foliage once it has acclimatized. These aspects do not normally affect the plant's viability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNote: The plant's height is measured including the pot. The ceramic pot is not included in the price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"20 cm pot - height ~100 cm","offer_id":57137031938374,"sku":null,"price":205.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/dafin_XL.png?v=1786864264","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en\/products\/dafin-laurus-nobilis-arbore-aromatic-mediteranean","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}