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Schipka English Laurel

5 Gallon
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Schipka English Laurel

Prunus laurocerasus ‘Schipkaensis’, Schip Laurel, Ship Laurel

Graceful Vase-Shaped Habit • Moderate Size for Residential Hedges • Refined Alternative to English Laurel

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Schipka English Laurel is a more refined and manageable cultivar of the English Laurel. It has a naturally graceful, vase-shaped form with narrower, pointed leaves. It grows to a moderate size, making it an excellent choice for a lower, elegant evergreen hedge or specimen in partial shade without the overwhelming vigor of the standard species.

  • Grows with a naturally attractive, upright, and spreading vase-shaped habit, requiring less pruning to look good.

  • Features longer, more lance-shaped leaves than English Laurel, giving it a finer texture.

  • Reaches a more moderate size (4-10 ft tall), making it suitable for residential hedges and foundations without constant battle.

  • Prefers partial shade but tolerates sun with adequate water. Shares the same fragrant spring flowers and toxicity.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Broad, oval, glossy leathery deep green leaves with fine serrations.Flowers: Small, fragrant creamy-white flowers in upright racemes; spring blooming.Fruit: Purple-black cherry-like drupes (all parts of plant are toxic if ingested).Habit: Fast-growing evergreen shrub with natural vase-shaped form and rounded crown
  • Mature Height: 4-10 ft
  • Mature Width: 6-8 ft
  • Growth Rate: Fast (up to 2 ft per year)
  • Light Needs: Partial to full shade (tolerates sun with adequate moisture)
  • Key Advantages:Excellent shade tolerance.Dense screening for privacy and noise reduction.Deer resistant.Adaptable to various soil conditions.Year-round evergreen interest
  • Landscape Uses:Privacy hedges and screening.Woodland and shade gardens.Foundation plantings.Sound barrier plantings.Understory planting beneath trees
FAQs

Q: Can it be kept low (around 4 feet)?A:Yes, its moderate growth rate and size make it much easier to maintain at a lower height (3-4 ft) with once or twice yearly pruning, compared to the standard species.

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Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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