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Volcano Cherry Laurel

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Compact, dense growth: Reaches 4-6 feet tall, making it perfect for hedges, screens, or foundation plantings.

Glossy evergreen foliage: Retains deep green, glossy leaves year-round, providing constant visual appeal.

Low-maintenance and hardy: Tolerates heat, drought, and various soil types, requiring minimal care for healthy growth.

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Planting & Care

Planting Instructions for Volcano Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Volcano')

  1. Site Selection and Soil Preparation:
  • Location: Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade. Cherry laurels grow well in a variety of light conditions but will produce the most vigorous growth and dense foliage in full sun. In hotter climates, they benefit from some afternoon shade.
  • Soil: Volcano Cherry Laurel prefers well-draining, fertile soil, though it can tolerate a range of soil types, including sandy or clay soils. Slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.5) is ideal. If your soil is heavy or poorly draining, amend it with compost to improve aeration and fertility.
  • Spacing: If planting multiple Volcano Cherry Laurels, space them about 3-4 feet apart for a dense hedge or screen.
  • Digging: Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball to give the roots plenty of room to establish.
  1. Planting:
  • Place the tree in the hole with the top of the root ball slightly above the surrounding soil to prevent water from pooling around the base.
  • Backfill the hole with the original soil, mixed with organic matter if needed. Firm the soil gently around the roots to eliminate air pockets but avoid compacting the soil too much.
  • Water thoroughly after planting to help settle the soil around the roots.
  • Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base of the plant, keeping the mulch a few inches away from the trunk to prevent rot. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and control weeds.

Care Instructions

  1. Watering: Volcano Cherry Laurel needs regular watering during the first year to establish strong roots. Water deeply once or twice a week, especially during dry spells. Once established, it is more drought-tolerant, but maintaining consistent moisture will support healthy growth and dense foliage.
  2. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (such as 10-10-10) in early spring to promote healthy growth. If the soil is rich in organic matter, additional fertilizing may not be necessary. You can also supplement with compost or well-rotted manure each year for steady, natural nutrient release.
  3. Monitoring: Keep an eye out for signs of stress, such as yellowing leaves, which could indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies. Cherry laurels are relatively hardy but may attract pests like aphids or scale, especially in warmer, humid climates.

Maintenance and Long-Term Care

  1. Pruning: Volcano Cherry Laurel has a naturally compact, upright growth habit, requiring minimal pruning. However, you can prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape the plant or remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
  • For hedges, light trimming in late spring or early summer after new growth emerges will keep the plant tidy and dense. Avoid heavy pruning in fall, as this can encourage new growth that may be damaged by frost.
  1. Pest and Disease Control: Cherry laurels are generally resistant to pests, but they can occasionally suffer from aphids, scale insects, or caterpillars. Treat infestations with neem oil or insecticidal soap. The plant may also develop leaf spot in wet, humid conditions, which can be prevented by ensuring good air circulation around the plant and avoiding overhead watering.
  2. Winter Care: Volcano Cherry Laurel is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. In colder regions, protect the plant by mulching heavily around the base in late fall to insulate the roots. Although frost-resistant, extreme cold may cause some leaf damage, which can be pruned away in spring.

Flowering and Seasonal Care

  • Bloom Time: Volcano Cherry Laurel produces white flower spikes in mid-spring (April-May). These fragrant flowers are followed by small black fruits, which attract birds. However, if grown as a formal hedge, these flowers are often trimmed back before fruiting.
  • Seasonal Maintenance: Apply fresh mulch each spring to conserve moisture and refresh the garden bed. Regular watering and light fertilizing in spring will encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage.

Why Choose Our Volcano Cherry Laurel Shrubs?

Healthy Roots for Reliable Establishment:Some growers cut corners by shipping bare-root plants or using undersized containers. Bare-root shrubs are often cheaper to ship but can suffer from transplant shock, leading to delayed growth, stress, and higher failure rates after planting. Others may keep plants in pots that are too small or shave off the majority of their roots and soil for shipping, causing them to struggle. We grow our Volcano Cherry Laurels in large, properly sized containers filled with soil, allowing their root systems to develop fully. This ensures your shrubs arrive healthy, establish quickly, grow vigorously, and provide the fast, dense coverage they’re known for.

True-to-Type Plants for Consistent Privacy and Beauty: Low-quality nurseries may rely on inconsistent propagation methods, resulting in plants with irregular growth habits or poor foliage quality. Our Volcano Cherry Laurels are propagated from proven parent plants to guarantee dense branching, uniform growth, and the glossy, deep green leaves that make this variety a standout choice for hedges and privacy screens.

Grown with Care for Lasting Health and Strength: Mass-market growers often skip important care steps, like balanced nutrition and pest management. We take the time to provide consistent feeding, attentive monitoring, and expert care throughout the growing process. The result is a healthy, pest-free Volcano Cherry Laurel that’s ready to thrive in your landscape—whether as a standalone specimen or part of a living fence.

Support a Small, Family-Owned Nursery: When you buy from us, you’re choosing to support a small, family-run nursery that takes pride in quality and customer satisfaction. We ensure each Volcano Cherry Laurel meets our high standards. It’s the kind of care and attention you won’t find at a big box store.

The Volcano Cherry Laurel thrives in Zones 6-9

Growing Zones for the Volcano Cherry Laurel

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Volcano Cherry Laurel.
Your Growing Zone
Recommended Zones 6-9
Mature Height 15-20 ft.
Mature Width 12-15 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name Prunus laurocerasus 'JONG1'

The Volcano Cherry Laurel thrives in Zones 6-9

Growing Zones for the Volcano Cherry Laurel

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Volcano Cherry Laurel.
Your Growing Zone
Recommended Zones 6-9
Mature Height 15-20 ft.
Mature Width 12-15 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name Prunus laurocerasus 'JONG1'

Description

Vibrant, Low-Maintenance Evergreen for Privacy and Beauty

The Volcano Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Volcano') is the perfect combination of beauty, resilience, and practicality for your landscape. This dense, fast-growing evergreen shrub is known for its glossy, deep green foliage, fragrant white flowers, and superb versatility in various garden settings. Ideal for creating a lush, year-round privacy hedge or as a decorative stand-alone shrub, the Volcano Cherry Laurel brings vibrant color, low-maintenance care, and reliable performance to any outdoor space.

Striking Appearance

This cultivar is noted for its compact, bushy habit and glossy dark green foliage with bronze-red new shoots. Its dark green leaves stay beautiful all year long. In the spring, this shrub produces showy clusters of fragrant white flowers, creating a lovely contrast against the dark foliage. As summer approaches, small, attractive black berries appear, adding another layer of interest to this already stunning plant. Its upright, compact form makes it ideal for creating privacy hedges, foundation plantings, or accent shrubs that enhance the overall look of your landscape.

With its strong, dense growth habit, the Volcano Cherry Laurel quickly reaches heights of 10-12 feet, making it an ideal choice for homeowners looking to create privacy, windbreaks, or sound barriers in their yards.

Why Choose the Volcano Cherry Laurel?

  • Year-Round Privacy: This fast-growing evergreen is perfect for creating a natural privacy screen. Its dense foliage provides effective coverage all year long, ensuring your yard stays private and peaceful.
  • Low Maintenance: The Volcano Cherry Laurel is incredibly easy to care for, thriving in a wide range of soil types and tolerating both sun and shade. Once established, it requires minimal attention, making it perfect for busy homeowners.
  • Fast Growth: If you need a quick solution for adding greenery or creating a privacy hedge, this laurel’s rapid growth rate will give you the coverage you need in no time.
  • Fragrant Flowers: In spring, the Volcano Cherry Laurel is adorned with beautiful clusters of small white flowers that release a pleasant fragrance, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.
  • Cold Hardy & Drought Tolerant: Hardy in USDA Zones 6-9, this shrub can withstand colder climates and is relatively drought-tolerant once established, making it a resilient choice for various regions.

Ideal Placement and Uses

  • Privacy Hedges: The Volcano Cherry Laurel is a top choice for homeowners looking to create a thick, evergreen privacy screen. Plant in rows along property lines, driveways, or patios for an elegant and effective barrier.
  • Foundation Planting: Its dense, upright form makes it a great shrub for planting along the foundation of your home, where it adds beauty and structure without overwhelming the space.
  • Ornamental Accent: Use the Volcano Cherry Laurel as a stand-alone specimen in garden beds, or pair it with other evergreens to create a lush, layered look.
  • Windbreaks and Sound Barriers: This tough shrub is perfect for adding natural protection from wind and noise, making your outdoor spaces more comfortable and enjoyable.

Easy Growing Tips

  • Light: The Volcano Cherry Laurel thrives in full sun to partial shade, making it versatile enough for a variety of garden locations. While it performs best in full sun, it can tolerate shadier areas without sacrificing its dense growth.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the first year to establish strong roots. Once established, the Volcano Cherry Laurel is fairly drought-tolerant and only requires occasional watering during dry periods.
  • Soil: This shrub adapts well to a variety of soil types, from clay to sandy soils, as long as it is planted in well-draining soil.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote vigorous growth and flowering. Compost or organic matter can also be used to enrich the soil.
  • Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain the desired shape and size. The Volcano Cherry Laurel responds well to pruning and can easily be shaped into formal hedges or left to grow naturally.

Why Buy from Nationwide Plants?

When you buy a Volcano Cherry Laurel from Nationwide Plants, you’re choosing quality, reliability, and expert care. We take pride in providing:

  • Healthy, well-rooted plants that are carefully grown and ready to thrive in your garden.
  • Fast, safe shipping to ensure your plants arrive in excellent condition.
  • Expert support with detailed care instructions and advice to help you succeed in growing your Volcano Cherry Laurel.

With its vibrant foliage, fragrant blooms, and ability to create privacy and beauty year-round, the Volcano Cherry Laurel is an excellent choice for homeowners looking to enhance their landscapes with minimal effort.

Order your Volcano Cherry Laurel today and enjoy a beautiful, low-maintenance shrub that brings lasting privacy and elegance to your yard!
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