Bay Laurel

Laurus nobilis · aka sweet bay, true laurel, bay

Bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) is the aromatic evergreen of classical wreaths and Mediterranean cooking, valued by florists for its firm, glossy dark-green leaves and warm, spicy scent. The sturdy, upright stems make crisp foliage for garlands, wreaths and structured arrangements. Leaves are long-lasting and dry beautifully, holding shape and fragrance for months. Its rich history of honour and victory adds meaning to celebratory work.

At a glance

Family	Lauraceae
Origin	Mediterranean Basin
Peak season	January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Availability	January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Stem length	30–60 cm
Vase life	10–21 days
Colors	green
Price tier	mid

Conditioning

Cut woody stems on a slant and split thick ends for better uptake, then strip lower leaves and hydrate in cool water. Bay is robust and long-lasting, tolerating cool storage well. It dries cleanly if hung in a warm, airy spot. Keep out of strong heat to preserve leaf gloss and scent.

Care in the vase