Also known as Laurel 'Genolia' or Upright Cherry Laurel, Prunus laurocerasus 'Genolia' is a modern, columnar evergreen perfect for narrow spaces and formal hedging. With its slim, upright growth, glossy green leaves, and excellent year-round coverage, it provides a smart, space-saving alternative to traditional laurel hedging.
Bred for tidy growth and low maintenance, Genolia is ideal for those wanting a neat, uniform hedge with a smaller footprint, without sacrificing privacy or evergreen presence.
Growing Conditions
Swiss Laurel is hardy and thrives in well-drained soils, including clay, loam, and chalk, and tolerates a wide range of pH levels. It grows well in full sun to partial shade, and once established, is drought-tolerant and easy to care for. Its vertical habit also makes it suitable for narrow beds or tight boundary lines.
Where to Plant It
Ideal for urban gardens, tight borders, or along fences and driveways, Genolia’s naturally upright form makes it perfect where space is limited, but privacy is still needed. It’s also a great choice for modern designs and formal planting schemes where a sleek look is desired.
Foliage, Flowers & Form
The plant features narrow, glossy green leaves arranged along strongly upright stems. In spring, it produces small white flower clusters, followed by red to black berries later in the year. Its narrow profile and dense foliage provide excellent visual screening in all seasons, with minimal need for shaping.
Size & Growth
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Growth Rate: Moderate to fast (20–40 cm per year)
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Ultimate Height: 2–4 metres
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Ultimate Spread: 60–100 cm
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Spacing: 1 plant per metre for solid screening
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Time to Establish: 3–5 years for a mature hedge
Delivery
Pallet delivery £70 to most of mainland UK — FREE on orders over £500. One pallet carries up to 5 multi-stem trees or 15 hedging plants and the delivery price is the same however full it is, so it pays to fill your pallet. Kerbside delivery; we’ll contact you to arrange a convenient day. Scottish Highlands & Islands may carry a small surcharge — confirmed before dispatch.
Plant Now or Reserve for Autumn
We deliver all year round — our container-grown stock can be planted in any season (summer planting just needs committed watering). Prefer to plant in autumn, when establishment is easiest? Order now and add a note at checkout — we’ll reserve your plants and deliver when you’re ready.
Planting & Aftercare
Every order includes our planting and establishment notes. The single biggest factor in success is water: new plants need generous, regular watering through their first two growing seasons. Follow the guide and your plants will establish strongly — and we’re on the end of the phone if you need us.
Why Tree Heritage
We’re a working nursery in Hertfordshire, not a reseller. Every plant is selected, grown on and quality-checked by our own team before it leaves the nursery.
