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Prunus caroliniana 'Compacta'

Compact Carolina Laurel Cherry

Plant photo of: Prunus caroliniana 'Compacta'
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This large evergreen shrub or small tree has leaves that are glossy and 2"-4" in length. It is excellent as either a formal hedge or an informal screen. It has creamy white flowers in late-winter and spring followed by small black berries. 'Compacta' reaches 8'-10' tall and 6'-8' wide and tends to be more dense.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.