Prunus caroliniana
Carolina Laurel Cherry
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.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black
Fruit Season
Spring
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.