{"product_id":"laurus-nobilis-bay-leaf-standards","title":"Laurus nobilis Bay Leaf Standard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaurus nobilis Bay Leaf Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e is the classic culinary Bay Tree trained as an elegant topiary: a clear straight trunk topped with a dense clipped head of glossy aromatic foliage. It brings a polished, timeless look to entrances, pathways, courtyards, and patios, and the leaves can be picked fresh for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBay Leaf Standards arrive at the trunk height ordered, typically with a clipped head maintained at a consistent size through regular pruning. They look their best used as matched pairs flanking a doorway, as repeated standards along a path, or as single feature plants in pots and garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBay Leaf Standards thrive in full sun to part shade and are low maintenance, drought tolerant once established, and reliably evergreen. They tolerate heat, light frost, and coastal exposure, and respond well to the occasional clip that keeps the head crisp and formal.\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 Laurus nobilis Bay Leaf Standard\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;\"\u003eWhat is a Bay Leaf Standard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eA Bay Leaf Standard is a Laurus nobilis bay tree trained as a topiary: a clear straight trunk topped with a clipped head of glossy aromatic evergreen foliage.\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 tall does a Bay Leaf Standard grow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eBay Leaf Standards arrive at the trunk height you order, with the clipped head maintained at a consistent size through regular pruning.\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;\"\u003eAre the leaves edible?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. Laurus nobilis is the true culinary bay. The aromatic leaves can be picked fresh or dried for use in stocks, soups, slow-cooked dishes, and marinades.\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 do I prune a Bay Leaf Standard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eLightly clip the head 2-3 times per year to maintain a tidy shape, and pinch any shoots that appear on the trunk to keep it clear.\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;\"\u003eCan Bay Leaf Standards grow in pots?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. Bay Leaf Standards are one of the most popular potted topiary plants for courtyards, patios, balconies, and framing entrances.\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;\"\u003eAre Bay Leaf Standards drought tolerant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eYes. Bay Leaf Standards are drought tolerant once established and low maintenance, needing only occasional watering and clipping.\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;\"\u003eWhere do Bay Leaf Standards grow best in Australia?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:14px 0 0;line-height:1.7;color:#3a3a3a;\"\u003eBay Leaf Standards thrive across most Australian climates in full sun to part shade, tolerating heat, light frost, and coastal exposure once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Evergreen Trees Direct","offers":[{"title":"50L","offer_id":44280192925895,"sku":"LAUNOBBAYSTA50L","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":43792731340999,"sku":"LAUNOBBAYSTA100L","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4945\/4279\/files\/LaurusnobilisBayLeafStandards50L.png?v=1716956421","url":"https:\/\/www.evergreentrees.com.au\/products\/laurus-nobilis-bay-leaf-standards","provider":"Evergreen Trees Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}