Prunus ‘Otto Luyken’

Prunus laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken' is an evergreen shrub, highly valued in landscaping for its compact form and elegant appearance.

 General characteristics

• Type: evergreen shrub

• Port: compact, slightly arched, more wide than tall

• Dimensions at maturity:

  • height: ~0.8–1.2 m

  • width: ~1.5–2 m

• Foliage: narrow, glossy, dark green leaves, decorative all year round

 Flowers and fruits

• Flowering: April–May

• Flowers: white, fragrant, arranged in vertical racemes

• Fruits: small, black berries (autumn), with decorative value (not edible)

 Exposure and soil

• Light: sun, partial shade, light shade

• Soil: fertile, well drained; it also tolerates heavier soils if it does not waterlog

• Resistance: very good in cold (down to –20°C), wind and urban pollution

 Maintenance

• Pruning: lends itself very well to regular haircuts; low and orderly form can be maintained

• Watering: moderate; more carefully in the first years after planting

• Fertilization: in spring, with fertilizers for evergreen shrubs

 Landscape use

• low or medium hedges

• wide borders

• mass plantings

• ideal for modern, classic gardens or public spaces

 It is one of the best choices when desired an evergreen hedge, low, dense and easy to maintain.