Botanical Name: Prunus caroliniana
Common Name: Carolina laurelcherry Type of Plant: dicot: tree/shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape an upright, single or multi-trunked plant, with spreading branches forming a full rounded-oval canopy; the smaller branches are dark maroon color Height 10-25'(30') Spread 2/3-equal Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full or partial sun Soil prefers well-drained loam but tolerates poorer Hardiness hardy (zones 7-24); thrives in warm humid locations Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, elliptic-oval; 2-4" long, dark glossy green above, pale green beneath Flowers creamy white, small (1/4-1/3"), in terminal 1-2" spikes; fragrant; March-April Fruit drupe: 1/4-1/2" diameter, fleshy, black-purple seed Propagation: seed, semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: a small accent or patio tree (for its form, flower display and glossy foliage); can be shaped into hedges, screen or topiary Landscape Care: Watering regular is preferred; avoid excess water in wet heavy soils Fertilizing balanced, in spring; check for chlorosis Pruning to shape desired; if flowers are wanted, head back Pests/Diseases bacterial fireblight, scale Special Conditions/Other leaves, stems and seeds are poisonous Origin: Eastern United States Family: Rosaceae Notes: |
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