Skip Laurel

Skip Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Schipkaensis')Skip Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Schipkaensis') is a fast-growing, upright evergreen shrub valued for its dense foliage, narrow footprint, and adaptability to sun or shade. Also known as Schip Laurel or Schipka Cherry Laurel, this cultivar is ideal for privacy screens and evergreen backdrops in both residential and commercial landscapes where height and year-round coverage are needed without excessive width.Distinctive FeaturesSkip Laurel features dark, glossy green leaves with a leathery texture that remain vibrant through winter. In mid to late spring, it produces fragrant white flower spikes that attract pollinators, followed by small black berries that provide food for birds. With a naturally columnar habit, it grows 8 to 10 feet tall and 3 to 5 feet wide, forming a dense hedge with little pruning required. Its cold hardiness, fast growth rate, and shade tolerance make it a superior alternative to leyland cypress or arborvitae.Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Partial sun to full shade. Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil....