Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia'

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Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia'

'Rotundifolia' is a large evergreen shrub to small tree that can reach 5 m in height. The wide-rising, densely branched crown is broadly ovate. Later in life, the plant will sag more and the crown becomes almost round. The annual twigs are yellow-green and the elliptical to inverted ovoid leaves are 12-17 cm long and 5-8 cm wide. The greatest width of the leaf is slightly to well above the centre of the leaf blade. The leaf margins are serrate. The leaves are slightly glossy mid-green, but on less nutritious or calcareous soils they turn light green. The flowers are white and appear in about 13 cm long, erect clusters. In (early) May, 'Rotundifolia' can flower profusely; a second flowering period sometimes follows in late summer, but less profusely.
'Rotundifolia' is a very well-known and widely used cultivar introduced in 1865 by Billard & Barre, Fontenay-aux-Roses, France. It is a good hardy cultivar suitable for use as a broad hedge and in plant groups. Hardiness zone 7b.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Height
3-5 m
Width
3-4m
Crown
broad ovoid, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
brown, grey
Leaf
green, evergreen
Flowers
white, flowers in May
Fruits
black
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
has toxic components
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil, peaty soil
Soil moisture
suitable for dry soil, suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
7b (-14,9 to -12,3 °C)
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant)
Application
tree containers, industrial areas, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving suitable for shadow suitable for dry soil suitable for wet soil broad ovoid 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres dense crown green white average growing valuable for bees (honey plant) toxic components
Frequently asked questions
Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia'

Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' can eventually reach a height of 3-5 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 3-5 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Prunus laurocerasus 'Rotundifolia' blooms in april.
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  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
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Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

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