How Our Plant Heights Are Measured
All heights listed refer to planted height and do not include the pot or rootball


Product Details
🏛️ INSTANT ESTATE SCREENING
✓ Magnificent 2–2.5m specimens
✓ Hand-selected, well-branched plants
✓ Instant full-height privacy
✓ Plant any time of year
🌿 Portuguese Laurel (Prunus Lusitanica) – 2–2.5m Planted Height | 70 Litre Pot
Unlike some competitors, our potted plant height is a true planted height – measured from the top of the pot to the top of the plant
EXTRA 10% DISCOUNT: Buy 3 plants for £181.58 each, or include this plant as part of any order over £500.
Planting density: 1 plant per metre, or 1.5 plants per metre for a denser hedge
Compost required: 2 1/4 bags per plant (4 plants per 9 × 60L bags)
Bonemeal required: 350g per plant (~4 plants per 1.5kg bag)
The ultimate statement hedging plant for estate gardens and landscaping projects requiring immediate results.
At 2–2.5m in planted height (excluding pot), these are magnificent specimens. Supplied in a substantial 70 litre pot with a deep root system, they arrive ready to transform boundaries and create mature structure.
✅ Ready for Immediate Dispatch
✨ Why Landscapers and Estate Owners Choose This Plant
Instant estate-grade screening: Immediate full-height boundaries.
Designer specified: Ideal for formal gardens and high-specification landscaping.
Refined foliage: Smaller, darker and glossier than Cherry Laurel.
Year-round planting: Pot grown.
Exceptional resilience: Tolerates coastal exposure, pollution, wind, chalk and clay.
Outstanding establishment: 70 litre root system.
🌱 Care Instructions
Light: Full sun to partial shade.
Water: Water regularly until established.
Soil: Most well-drained soil types.
Pruning: Trim once a year in late summer.
Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.
📏 Product Details
Planted Height: 2–2.5m — excluding pot height
Supply: 70 litre pot
Eventual height: Up to 8m
Growth rate: Approx. 30–40cm per year
🌿 The Premium Choice for Serious Gardens
For country estates, walled gardens and substantial boundaries, Portuguese Laurel at 2–2.5m in a 70 litre pot delivers immediate authority and lasting quality.
Planting Tips
💧 Watering – Essential for Success
Consistent watering is vital from day one. Ambient rainfall is rarely sufficient, especially in the first season after planting. Water deeply and regularly to help roots establish — this is the main condition of our plant guarantee. Plants that are allowed to dry out may fail to establish and will not be covered under warranty.
Rootballed Plants
Handle rootballed plants with care and do not remove the hessian sacking, netting, or metal wire around the rootball. These materials are designed to hold the root system together during planting and will naturally break down in the soil. Simply place the rootball in the prepared planting hole, making sure it sits at the same depth it was previously growing. Backfill with soil, firm in gently, and water thoroughly.
Potted Plants
Remove the plant carefully from its pot and lightly tease out any circling roots before planting. Place it in a hole slightly larger than the pot, ensuring the top of the rootball is level with the surrounding soil. Backfill, firm in gently, and water generously.
Trees & Tall Plants
When planting trees or taller plants, always provide a strong stake or support for at least the first growing season. This helps the roots establish firmly and prevents wind damage. Position the stake on the windward side and secure the stem loosely with a soft tie, allowing for slight movement.
Need more help?
Have you got any questions? Feel free to contact us.
Email: info@hedgingsupplies.co.uk
Phone: 01509 270 943

