Bay Leaf (Laurus nobilis) Fruit Trees & Edibles > Papaya and tropical dishes

and tropical dishes

This resilient variety is admired for its ornamental beauty

Growing to approximately 50–60 cm high and 40–50 cm wide

though yields may be lighter

traditionally eaten after being ""bletted"" (softened by frost)

Bay Leaf (Laurus nobilis) Fruit Trees & Edibles > Papaya and tropical dishesBay Leaf Tree (Laurus nobilis) is a robust, evergreen shrub valued for its aromatic leaves, which are commonly used in cooking. Growing to about 2 4m in height, this variety is ideal for use in herb gardens, as a culinary plant, or for creating a formal hedge. It thrives in full sun to part shade and well drained soil, providing both culinary benefits and an elegant touch to garden landscapes. Supplied in a 125 140mm pot.