The prices for cherry laurel depend heavily on the size and variety of the plant chosen. It is important not only to keep an eye on the costs when purchasing, but also to pay attention to the he alth of the tree.
How much does a cherry laurel cost?
Cherry laurel prices vary depending on the size and variety of the plant. You can expect between 2 euros for smaller shrubs with a height of 40 centimeters and 75 euros for 1.75 meter tall plants that already offer good privacy.
Where can you buy cherry laurel?
The laurel cherry is one of the most popular hedge plants and is part of the standard range in almost every garden retailer. You will receive young plants:
- in the garden center or hardware store
- in regional nurseries
- in many online shops that specialize in plants
- via private providers
- in online auction houses
Identifying he althy and strong bay cherries
So that the hedge grows well, becomes dense quickly and forms the desired privacy screen, it is important to only plant he althy and strong bushes. You can recognize he althy bay cherries as follows:
- The root ball is tight and closed and will not break when removed from the container.
- The root system is well developed and shows no signs of rot.
- Leaves and shoots are shiny green and have no signs of fungal diseases or signs of feeding.
The price of a single bush
Laurel cherries are available from specialist retailers in many different sizes, ages and varieties. While you only have to budget two euros for a cherry laurel with a height of around forty centimeters, the shrub with a height of 125 centimeters costs at least fifty euros. 1.75 meter tall laurel cherries, which offer very good privacy due to their height, are available from around 75 euros. If you need numerous bushes, you can keep costs lower by purchasing large containers.
Large plants for instant privacy
So that the neighbors don't look at your plate, you can first plant a few larger bushes in areas of the garden that are easy to see. As soon as the trees are rooted, you can grow additional cherry laurel bushes yourself using cuttings or cuttings. Although this work requires some time and patience, breeding your own offspring can save you a lot of money.
Tips & Tricks
The cherry laurel often reproduces on its own through self-sowing. Dig up the small laurel cherries in spring and move them to the desired location in the garden.
