The Patio Bay Tree Gift
A gift of honour and protection
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The Patio Bay Tree Gift
- Bay trees make absolutely fantastic gifts; you can easily shape them, they're straightforward to look after and planting one (or a pair) can instantly help elevate the formality of any garden.
- Symbolising, amongst other things, both honour and achievement, laurel (bay) wreaths were awarded to champions in Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. Why not give your recipient that honour, too?
- Our gifts are wrapped in a lovely hessian sheet, tied with a flourish using a colourful bow, before being placed into our premium packaging and sent out (with a stylish care card thrown in for good measure).
- This bay tree grows beautifully in sun in a patio pot. To make sure it thrives as much as possible, use a well-drained, loamy compost and water the plant well during hot conditions.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Patio Bay tree is a classic choice for a pot, often used as a structural topiary piece by a doorway or on a terrace.
How big does it get?
The Patio Bay tree is easily kept to a height of 1 to 1.5 metres with regular clipping, though it can grow taller if left unpruned.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Patio Bay tree enjoys a sheltered spot in full sun or partial shade, where it will grow into a dense, aromatic evergreen.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The Patio Bay tree requires a well-drained soil and will struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Patio Bay tree requires moderate watering, allowing the compost to partially dry out between waterings, and needs very little water during winter.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Patio Bay tree responds well to regular clipping during the summer months to maintain a neat, formal shape, such as a lollipop or pyramid.
How hardy is this plant?
The bay tree has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it can withstand temperatures down to -10°C. It is hardy in mild or coastal areas of the UK, but often requires fleece protection from cold winds in northern or inland regions.
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Over 99% of our plants are grown in the UK, but where that’s not possible, Mike sources the best specialist growers in Europe for the job. Think citrus warmed by Sicilian sun, topiary trained by Dutch masters, almonds nourished in the Dordogne and bamboo bathed in Tuscan heat. Our handpicked growers nurture these plants to maturity before handing over to our team in the Cotswolds, to toughen them up for UK gardens.
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