Laurus nobilis

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Laurus nobilis
Also known as: Bay
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Plant Properties

Layer: Tree
Format: -
Height: 12.00 m
Width: 10.00 m
Growth Rate: Slow
Leaf: Evergreen

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 8-10
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Ethereal oil, Hedge, Parasiticide, Repellent, Wood

Description

Leaves - fresh or dried. Bay leaves have a spicy, aromatic flavor and are commonly used in soups, stews, and in the herb mixture 'Bouquet Garni.' The leaves can be used fresh or harvested and dried in the summer. The flavor of dried, ground, or finely grated leaves is stronger than that of fresh leaves, but they should not be stored for more than a year, as they will lose their flavor. The dried fruit of the bay laurel is also used as a flavoring. Furthermore, dried leaves are used to make herbal tea, and an essential oil extracted from the leaves is used as a flavoring for food. The yields of this oil can vary from 1 to 3%.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09
End of Harvest: 31/10

Crown Data

Crown Type: Smal Piramidaal
Crown Density: Dichte kroon

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Cornus kousa
Japanese Dogwood 		Mint can deter pests that harm bay laurel and enhance soil moisture retention.
Thymus vulgaris
Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme 		Thyme thrives in similar growing conditions and helps improve the flavor of surrounding plants.
Oenothera biennis
Evening Primrose 		Evening primrose attracts pollinators and improves the biodiversity of the area.
Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary 		Rosemary can enhance the growth of bay laurel and provide additional pest deterrence.
Satureja montana
Winter Savory 		Savory can help deter insects and improve the taste of its neighboring plants.