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Can You Grow Bay Laurel in North Carolina?
US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a
Grow in a large pot and bring indoors before temperatures drop below 20°F (-7°C).
Plant zones
North Carolina last frost
North Carolina first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Bay Laurels in North Carolina
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on North Carolina's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Bay Laurel
Bay laurel is the source of the bay leaf in every spice rack — a slow-growing Mediterranean shrub that can be kept compact in a container. The fresh leaves are far more aromatic than dried store-bought.
Buy a young plant rather than starting from seed (germination is extremely slow and unreliable). Grow in a large container so it can be moved indoors in cold climates. Very slow growing — harvest lightly the first year. Allow leaves to dry on the branch for best flavour.
Gardening in North Carolina
North Carolina spans the mountains (Zone 5b-6a), Piedmont (Zone 7a-7b), and coastal plain (Zone 8a). Long warm seasons support tobacco, sweet potatoes, and a wide range of vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Bay Laurel in North Carolina?
Grow in a large pot and bring indoors before temperatures drop below 20°F (-7°C).
What zone is North Carolina?
North Carolina spans USDA Zone 7b (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a).
When do you plant Bay Laurels in North Carolina?
Plant Bay Laurels Feb 28, harvest Aug 27 – Feb 28.