Laurus Nobilis Bay Leaf Standards (Bay Laurel Standard)
Laurus Nobilis Bay Leaf Standards (Bay Laurel Standard)
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Laurus nobilis Bay Leaf Standards (Bay Laurel Standard) is an elegant evergreen tree trained into a formal standard shape, featuring a straight, clear trunk topped with a dense, rounded canopy of glossy, dark green leaves. Its aromatic foliage is widely valued for culinary use, while its neat, structured appearance makes it a beautiful addition to formal gardens, courtyards and entranceways.
Ideal for decorative pots, patios, formal landscapes and feature planting, Bay Laurel Standards are hardy, versatile and relatively low-maintenance. They thrive in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, responding well to regular trimming to maintain their attractive rounded canopy. Their evergreen foliage provides year-round colour, structure and elegance, making them an excellent choice for both traditional and contemporary gardens.

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Mature height
1.5–3 m, depending on standard height and pruning
Mature width
0.8–1.5 m
Spacing
1–2 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Small, pale yellow to yellow-green
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Moderate, drought tolerant once established
Root System
Fibrous, spreading