{"product_id":"laurus-nobilis-baby-bay","title":"Laurus Nobilis - Baby Bay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaurus nobilis - Baby Bay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"345\"\u003eA compact, aromatic classic with timeless appeal. The Laurus Baby Bay is prized for its rich green foliage and unmistakable fragrance. Perfect for kitchens, courtyards, and patios, this versatile plant brings both beauty and function—fresh bay leaves straight from your own garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eDespite its small size, this is a hardy, long-living plant that can be grown in pots or planted out to develop into a dense, sculptural feature. Ideal for shaping into standards, hedging, or simply letting it grow naturally into a lush evergreen shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBaby Bay thrives in full sun to partial shade, where it achieves its best growth and leaf colour. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and tolerates both sandy and loamy types. This hardy shrub is drought-tolerant once established and can withstand moderate frost, making it suitable for temperate and Mediterranean climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlow to moderate growth rate. Can be maintained as a compact shrub or trained into formal shapes. Mature height can reach several metres if left unpruned, but easily kept small.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLaurus nobilis Baby Bay grows best in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Spacing plants about 75cm apart if using as a hedge. For container planting, use a high-quality potting mix, and place the container in a sunny or partially shaded spot. Water thoroughly after planting, and apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and reduce weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly during the establishment period, then reduce watering as the plant matures, as Baby Bay prefers slightly drier conditions once established. Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring to encourage healthy foliage growth. Prune lightly in spring or summer to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. Baby Bay is tolerant of pruning and is well-suited to shaping as a hedge or topiary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunshine Coast Plants","offers":[{"title":"200mm pot","offer_id":45752108384442,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/2052\/2569\/files\/laurus-nobilis-baby-bay-200mm-pot-plant-306.webp?v=1778906493","url":"https:\/\/sunshinecoastplants.com.au\/products\/laurus-nobilis-baby-bay","provider":"Sunshine Coast Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}