The Otto Luyken Laurel is a dwarf variety of laurel. Laurel-shaped, rich green leaves on a compact for make it an excellent hedge or anywhere you need some evergreen.
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.