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Prunus ‘Genolia’ (Genolia Laurel), a remarkably versatile shrub that promises to add beauty, structure, and a touch of sophistication to any landscape. Bred in Switzerland to optimise space and to not be as unruly as its Cherry laurel counterpart. Prunus ‘Genolia’ is upright and narrow with glossy green foliage.
Imagine a garden adorned with the sleek, vertical lines of Prunus ‘Genolia’. This tree is perfect for screening, providing privacy without taking up too much space, reducing noise, acting as a wind break, or adding an architectural element to your garden. Its compact, columnar form makes it ideal for narrow spaces, urban gardens, or as an elegant backdrop in larger landscapes.
Prunus ‘Genolia’ thrives in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate full shade, though it wont be as happy. It adapts well to a variety of soil types as long as they are well-drained. This hardy tree is particularly valued for its low-maintenance nature and resistance to common pests and diseases. Its robust constitution and year-round appeal make it a favorite among gardeners and landscapers alike.
Garden designers use Prunus ‘Genolia’ to create stunning vertical accents and to add height and interest to garden compositions. Its dense foliage and upright growth habit provide a perfect backdrop for flowering plants and seasonal displays.
In the spring, Prunus ‘Genolia’ is adorned with small, fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators and add a burst of seasonal color to the garden. These blooms contrast beautifully with the tree’s dark green leaves, creating a striking visual effect. The tree also produces small black berries in the summer, which provide additional interest and attract birds to the garden.
Genolia Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Genolia’) is not fussy about the pH of the soil, and providing they are not sitting in water, they are generally fine. The more sun, the better drained and more nutritious the soil, providing they still get an adequate supply of water the quicker they will grow.
In regards to pruning, Prunus laurocerasus ‘Genolia’ fall under RHS Pruning group 8. This means it should be done immediately after flowering. It makes an excellent traditional hedge
Genolia Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Genolia’) is poisonous to horses so we do not recommend planting it where they may be tempted to eat it.
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