The Chestnut Hill Laurel has dense, glossy, evergeen foliage on a more compact version of the Otto Luykens Laurel. Perfect for foundation plantings and evergreen hedges.
Thrives in slightly deep, fertile, moist, humusy, well-drained soil; tolerates poor, sandy, or clay soils. Prefers more sun in cool climates, more shade in warmer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates dry shade. Feed in early spring. Prune after flowering to shape.Pruning time: spring after flowering