The real laurel is often also referred to as a spice laurel, as it is often grown on the balcony or in pots for use in the kitchen. In contrast to the popular cherry laurel, real laurel in this country is only hardy to a very limited extent outdoors.
The origin of the laurel
In the wild, the real laurel grows in the southern European countries on the Mediterranean. Accordingly, the laurel grown in pots is not only suitable for a sophisticated topiary, but also as a Mediterranean design element for terraces, balconies and gardens.
Overwinter real laurel properly
In contrast to the cherry laurel, which is popular as a hedge plant, the real laurel can only survive the winter outdoors in very mild regions of Central Europe and with appropriate protection. Before outdoor temperatures fall below freezing for a longer period of time, you should place potted laurel plants in a room with a temperature between 0 and 10 degrees Celsius. There the laurel should be overwintered frost-free and bright.
tips and tricks
In the winter quarters, the real laurel should only be watered very sparingly, as it does not tolerate waterlogging very well.