So that the cherry laurel develops magnificently and forms dense hedges, the soil conditions are of importance that should not be underestimated. You should also make sure that excess water can drain off easily, as the laurel cherry is relatively sensitive to waterlogging.
Loosen heavy soils
Cherry laurel prefers neutral or slightly alkaline soils, which should also be humic, permeable and slightly calcareous. Acidic clay or loamy soils, on the other hand, do not suit the evergreen shrub. You should loosen these soils before planting.
For soil improvement you can topsoil with:
- coarse sand
- compost
- Long-term fertilizers such as horn shavings (32.93€)
mix up In order to avoid waterlogging, it is also advisable to put a drainage layer of gravel in the planting holes.
tips and tricks
Excessive leaf drop or yellow leaves are a first warning sign of unfavorable soil conditions. Even with a hedge that has been planted for several years, you can take appropriate measures to improve the soil so that the laurel cherry thrives again.