Prunus lusitanica - P9

Description
Black, oval fruits emerge from these from September.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large shrub * red shoots * suitable for containers

Bark
Red-brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth habit
Portugal laurel is irregular and picturesque in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Mulching: In the period from November to December - Fertilise: Monthly from April to August - Watering: In the period from March to October - Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
- Hardy but frost-sensitive potted plants must be winterised before the first cold days. To do this, the pot can be wrapped with fleece, coconut or straw mats, jute or bubble wrap. Evergreen plants also need to be watered on frost-free winter days. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought.

Flower
The white flowers appear in clusters from June to July.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Tubs, balcony/terrace

Shoots
The shoots of Prunus lusitanica are red.

Root
Prunus lusitanica is a heart-root plant and, depending on the soil, forms extensive branching roots.