Prunus lusitanica 'Variegata' - 80-100 CM C12

Description
The Portugal laurel 'Variegata' (Prunus lusitanica) is an irregular, picturesque, large evergreen shrub with decorative, glossy, lanceolate, dark green leaves with a white margin. It also bears white flowers arranged in clusters from June to July. These produce black, oval fruits from September. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 6 metres and is around 5 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large shrub * beautiful foliage * red shoots * suitable for containers * can be partially planted over, trunk protection recommended

Leaves
High foliage ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of the Portugal laurel 'Variegata's are dark green, lanceolate, glossy, alternate and have a white margin. They are about 6 - 12 cm in size.

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

Spread
South-west Europe.

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

Growth
Portugal laurel 'Variegata' is an irregularly growing, picturesque large shrub with an opaque crown. It usually reaches a height of 4 - 6 m and is approx. 3 - 5 m wide. It usually grows 20 - 30 cm per year.

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 ground 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 of Portugal laurel 'Variegata' appear in clusters from June to July.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Tub, balcony/terrace

Shoots
The shoots of Prunus lusitanica 'Variegata' are red.

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