Bay Leaf Trees

Looking to add evergreen structure and culinary charm to your garden? Our bay leaf trees (Laurus nobilis) are versatile evergreens, perfect for patios, borders, and containers. With glossy green foliage, aromatic leaves, and neat growth, a bay tree offers both ornamental beauty and a ready supply of fresh bay leaves for cooking. 

Whether you prefer a compact potted specimen, a trained topiary, or a larger bay laurel tree, this collection has options to suit gardens and patios of all sizes.

Key Benefits of Bay Trees

  • Evergreen appeal – glossy foliage that stays vibrant all year.
  • Culinary value – harvest aromatic leaves for soups, stews, and sauces.
  • Versatile planting – thrive in pots, containers, or directly in the ground.
  • Decorative shapes – perfect for topiary, entrances, or patios.
  • Hardy & low-maintenance – reliable growers in UK gardens with minimal care.

Varieties Available

Our collection of bay trees for sale includes:

  • Potted bay trees – ideal for patios, doorways, or small gardens.
  • Topiary forms – trained as balls, cones, or spirals for an elegant finish.
  • Young bay plants – budget-friendly options for growing on.
  • Established bay bushes – larger specimens that make instant impact.

Every bay leaf tree is selected for strong roots, lush foliage, and fragrant, flavourful leaves.

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Why Choose Bay Trees from Carbeth Plants?

At Carbeth Plants, we hand-select each bay tree for strong growth, deep green foliage, and long-lasting fragrance. From young starter plants to mature specimens, every tree is grown to perform in UK conditions and is carefully inspected before dispatch. With secure packaging and UK-wide delivery, your bay laurel tree arrives healthy, fresh, and ready to thrive—backed by our expertise and aftercare support.

How to Plant & Care for Bay Trees

Bay trees are elegant, versatile evergreens that thrive with the right care. Follow these tips to keep your bay healthy and looking its best:

  • Soil & Drainage – Plant in free-draining soil; for pots, mix in grit or sand to prevent waterlogging.
  • Light & Position – Choose a sunny or lightly shaded, sheltered spot. Bay trees dislike strong winds.
  • Watering – Keep soil evenly moist in summer, reduce watering in winter. Never allow roots to sit in water.
  • Feeding & Pruning – Feed with liquid fertiliser during the growing season. Prune lightly to maintain shape, especially for topiary styles.
  • Winter Protection – Mature bay trees tolerate frost, but potted or young plants benefit from fleece or being moved to shelter in prolonged cold.

Year-Round Interest with Bay Trees

Bay trees bring structure, greenery, and even culinary use throughout the year. Here’s what they offer in each season:

  • Best Time to Plant – Spring to early summer is ideal, allowing roots to establish before winter.
  • Spring/Summer – Fresh growth emerges, perfect for harvesting leaves.
  • Autumn – Dense evergreen foliage adds structure to borders and patios.
  • Winter – Retains greenery when most plants fade, especially effective as topiary or decorative accents by entrances.

With their combination of beauty and practicality, bay laurel trees provide interest and flavour in every season.

Our Quality Promise & Delivery

At Carbeth Plants, every bay tree is checked for strong stems, healthy roots, and vibrant foliage before dispatch. Plants are securely wrapped to protect both pots and leaves in transit. We deliver UK-wide, with prompt shipping and support if your plant doesn’t arrive in perfect condition. Buying a bay tree online with us means confidence, quality, and long-lasting value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, bay trees grow very well in UK conditions. Mature trees are hardy, while younger or potted plants may need winter protection.
In well-drained soil with plenty of sun and shelter. They’re excellent in containers on patios, beside doorways, or in sunny borders.
Yes. The bay tree (Laurus nobilis) produces the aromatic bay leaves used in cooking.
Spring to early summer is best, giving the plant time to establish before winter. Container-grown trees can be planted year-round with care.
Choose plants with deep green foliage, healthy roots, and sturdy stems. For potted specimens, ensure containers have drainage holes.