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It is ideal for clipped formal hedges, privacy screening, and pleached rows, responding exceptionally well to pruning and maintaining a clean, polished finish with regular trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Miles Choice' performs reliably in full sun to part shade and tolerates a wide range of conditions, including coastal and windy sites once established. The foliage is also edible, making it both a practical and ornamental option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow-maintenance, resilient, and highly refined, it is a go-to hedging tree for projects where structure, longevity, and a premium finish matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin:44px 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:1.5px;margin:0 0 8px;padding-top:32px;border-top:1px solid #e0dfdc;text-transform:uppercase;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;color:#7a7a7a;font-size:14px;font-style:italic;\"\u003eAbout Laurus nobilis 'Miles Choice' Bay Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow tall does Miles Choice Bay Tree grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eMiles Choice grows to 4-6 metres tall and is most commonly maintained as a 2-4 metre clipped hedge. Its compact upright form holds a tighter shape than standard Laurus nobilis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow fast does Miles Choice grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eMiles Choice has a moderate growth rate of 30-50cm per year once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eIs Miles Choice the same as standard bay tree?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eMiles Choice is an improved cultivar of Laurus nobilis with a tighter, more compact habit. The foliage is still fully edible and aromatic, but the plant produces denser, tidier hedges with less pruning than the standard form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eAre Miles Choice leaves edible?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. Like the standard bay tree, Miles Choice leaves are fully edible and can be used in cooking. Pick fresh leaves as needed for stocks, soups, slow-cooked dishes, and marinades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow far apart should I plant Miles Choice for a hedge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003ePlant 60-80cm apart for a dense formal hedge, or 1 metre apart for a more relaxed screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eCan Miles Choice grow in pots?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. Miles Choice performs well in large pots (60L+) and is a popular choice for formal entrances, courtyards, and balcony screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evergreen Trees Direct","offers":[{"title":"25cm","offer_id":44293889687751,"sku":"LAUNOBMILCHO25CM","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33cm","offer_id":44248145002695,"sku":"LAURNOBMIL30cm\/33cm","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40cm - Batch A","offer_id":44248144937159,"sku":"LAUNOBMILCHO40CM-BATCHA","price":330.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40cm - Batch B","offer_id":45669409849543,"sku":"LAUNOBMILCHO40CM-BATCHB","price":270.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50cm","offer_id":44248144904391,"sku":"LAURNOBMIL50cm","price":495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"70L","offer_id":46145305313479,"sku":"LAUNOBMILCHO70L","price":605.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44248144871623,"sku":"LAUNOBMILCHO100L","price":700.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4945\/4279\/files\/LAURUSNOBILISMILESCHOICE.png?v=1764206947"},{"product_id":"prunus-lusitanica-portuguese-laurel","title":"Prunus lusitanica Portuguese Laurel","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"338\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"21\"\u003ePrunus lusitanica\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"62\"\u003ePortuguese Laurel\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a top-tier evergreen hedging shrub prized for its dense, glossy dark green foliage and excellent frost tolerance. It’s a versatile, hardy choice perfect for creating formal privacy screens, structured hedges, and low-maintenance landscapes in both cool and warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eWith a naturally upright and compact habit, accented by red stems, Portuguese Laurel delivers a clean, structured look whether clipped sharply or left to grow more naturally. In spring, it produces delicate white flower clusters followed by vibrant red berries that mature to black, adding subtle seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eThriving in full sun to part shade and adaptable to various soils including clay, this shrub is especially valued for its drought tolerance once established and exceptional performance in frost-prone areas — a rare quality for an evergreen hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eThey look excellent when planted in rows for formal hedging or as standalone privacy screens, and pair beautifully with companion plants like shade-tolerant groundcovers or spring-blooming bulbs to create layered garden effects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evergreen Trees Direct","offers":[{"title":"30cm\/33cm - Batch A","offer_id":45837230735559,"sku":"PRULUS30CM\/33CM-BATCHA","price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30cm\/33cm - Batch B","offer_id":43498770858183,"sku":"PRULUS30CM\/33CM-BATCHB","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40cm\/45L","offer_id":44248008130759,"sku":"PRULUS40CM\/45L","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50cm","offer_id":45791529795783,"sku":"PRULUS50CM","price":410.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"70L","offer_id":44248008163527,"sku":"PRULUS70L","price":410.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44248008196295,"sku":"PRULUS100L","price":670.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"150L","offer_id":45066235510983,"sku":"PRULUS150L","price":990.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"200L","offer_id":44248008229063,"sku":"PRULUS200L","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4945\/4279\/files\/Portuguese_laurel_30cm.png?v=1771778317"},{"product_id":"tristaniopsis-laurina-luscious-watergum","title":"Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious'\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ Watergum Trees looks excellent when used as a structured feature tree or street tree in urban and coastal landscapes. Its compact, upright form with dense, glossy evergreen foliage and striking copper-bronze new growth creates year-round visual interest and clean architectural lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing 7-10 metres tall with a 4-5 metre spread, it thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates coastal exposure, urban pollution, and moderate drought. Its fragrant yellow flowers in late spring to summer add seasonal appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor greater landscape impact, plant 'Luscious' with low-growing groundcovers or shade-tolerant shrubs beneath to enhance layered texture and biodiversity. Its tidy habit and pruning tolerance make it ideal for formal streetscapes, courtyards, or informal screening in medium to large gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:44px 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:1.5px;margin:0 0 8px;padding-top:32px;border-top:1px solid #e0dfdc;text-transform:uppercase;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 24px;color:#7a7a7a;font-size:14px;font-style:italic;\"\u003eAbout Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' Watergum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow tall does Luscious Watergum grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eLuscious grows to 7-10 metres tall with a 4-5 metre spread, with a compact upright form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow fast does Luscious grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eLuscious has a moderate growth rate of 40-60cm per year once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eIs Luscious suitable for street planting?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. Luscious is widely used by Australian councils as a street tree thanks to its tolerance of urban pollution, coastal exposure, and tight pavement conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eIs Luscious an Australian native?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. Tristaniopsis laurina is an Australian native, naturally found along watercourses on the east coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eWhen does Luscious flower?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eFragrant yellow flowers appear in late spring to summer, typically November to January.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e7e4;padding:18px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:500;cursor:pointer;line-height:1.4;padding-right:12px;font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow far apart should I plant Luscious for a row or hedge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003ePlant 1.5-2 metres apart for a continuous canopy or row, or 3-4 metres for individual feature trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evergreen Trees Direct","offers":[{"title":"30cm\/33cm","offer_id":46326273114311,"sku":"TRILAULUS30CM\/33CM","price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40cm\/45L - Batch A","offer_id":44247964254407,"sku":"TRILAULUS40CM\/45L-BATCHA","price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40cm\/45L - Batch B","offer_id":45428762345671,"sku":"TRILAULUS40CM\/45L-BATCHB","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":44247964188871,"sku":"TRILAULUS100L","price":680.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200L","offer_id":44247964156103,"sku":"TRILAULUS200L","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300L","offer_id":44247964123335,"sku":"TRILAULUS300L","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400L","offer_id":46617571131591,"sku":null,"price":3630.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500L","offer_id":44247964057799,"sku":"TRILAULUS500L","price":4100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000L","offer_id":43348584693959,"sku":"TRILAULUS1000L","price":8200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4945\/4279\/files\/lusciouskey.png?v=1759215982"},{"product_id":"laurus-nobilis-miles-choice-pleached-pleached-miles-choice-bay-laurel","title":"Laurus nobilis ‘Miles Choice’ Pleached – Pleached Miles Choice Bay Laurel","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaurus nobilis ‘Miles Choice’ Pleached is a highly refined evergreen screening tree valued for its dense glossy foliage, aromatic leaves, and formal pleached structure. 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