Scientific Name
Lauris noblis

Common Name
Sweet bay

Hardiness Zones: 8b-9
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Partial shade; moist soil
Texture: Dense pyramidal oval
Form: Medium
Height: 8 to 12'
Width: --
Leaf: 2 to 4" alternate simple, dark green leaves
Flower/Fruit: Yellow green flowers; .5" black fruit
Comments: Often damaged by cold
Cultivars: --
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