Prunus laurocerasus 'Mariblon' ~ Skinny Skip Laurel tolerates-drought Pests include Japanese beetles

Pests include Japanese beetles

May struggle in hot and humid climates-typically has difficulties in zone 8

15 feet tall and 9 feet wide after 20 years (Jim)

The fragrant rich purple flowers with a light blue upper wing blooms from spring into summer and can be deadheaded to prolong bloom

The small white to pale purple flowers bloom on raceme throughout the year

Prunus laurocerasus 'Mariblon' ~ Skinny Skip Laurel tolerates-drought Pests include Japanese beetlesSkinny Skip Laurel is a compact evergreen shrub with a dense narrow columnar habit and glossy dark green foliage. Upright panicle clusters of fragrant creamy white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by small black drupes in summer. In warmer climates, flowers best in part sun and rich moist well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: British Isles, SE Europe, and SW Asia Height: 6' 12' Spread: 3 4' Spacing: 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8 Culture: Full