The Bay Tree is a large feature tree prized for its long life span and ability to be clipped into shapes for topiary. Whilst initially slow-growing, if left unclipped it will grow as a columnar evergreen tree up to 10m tall. Any clipped leaves can be used in the kitchen for cooking or fragrance as both fresh and dry leaves have a distinct scent.
- Type
- Exotic
- Maintenance
- Low
- Water use
- Moderate
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Container
- One
- Size
- Trees 7 metres +
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Zones
- Moist tropical, Semi-arid with summer rain, Moist temperate with hot summers, Arid interior, Semi-arid with winter rain, Moist temperate with warm summers, Winter rains with dry summers
- Soils
- Sandy, Loam, Clay
- Tolerances
- Frost
- Regions
- Yarra Valley Water plants, Water efficient plants, Edible plants
- Shade levels
- Full sun
- Colours
- Yellow, Green
- Gardens
- Formal