{"product_id":"bay-leaf-bay-laurel-laurus-nobilis","title":"Bay Leaf Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"370\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eThe Classic Culinary Bay Tree—Fragrant, Evergreen, and Container-Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"803\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Bay Leaf Tree (Laurus nobilis), also known as True Bay, Sweet Bay, or Bay Laurel, is the essential evergreen herb behind the rich, savory aroma of countless soups, stews, and sauces. Native to the Mediterranean and revered since ancient times, Bay Laurel is both ornamental and functional, grown for its glossy, aromatic leaves that are harvested year-round and used fresh or dried in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"1228\" class=\"\"\u003eBay Laurel is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant evergreen tree or shrub that can be shaped as a topiary, grown in a container, or planted in-ground in warm climates. It thrives in full sun, prefers well-draining soil, and responds beautifully to pruning, making it perfect for patios, herb gardens, and edible landscapes. It’s a classic addition to food forests and Mediterranean-style gardens alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ym8l54\" data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eUSDA Growing Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"158\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x1j01k\" data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"158\"\u003eZones 8–11 (ideal for outdoor growth year-round)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"u3bzxe\" data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"187\"\u003e Climate preferences\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"315\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f84i9t\" data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"235\"\u003ePrefers\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003emild, Mediterranean-type climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1twx9yw\" data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eLikes full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gd7hbl\" data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eTolerates some drought once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dna54w\" data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"338\"\u003e Cold tolerance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"502\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g5jktv\" data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eCan handle brief drops to about 20–25°F (-6 to -4°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4argbs\" data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eIn Zone 7 or colder, it’s best grown:\n\u003cul data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"502\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hdsimh\" data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eIn a container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b2sn63\" data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eBrought indoors during winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sow Exotic","offers":[{"title":"NEW! Medium Coconut Coir Pot","offer_id":44437657583751,"sku":"A4-BYL-M","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"X-Large Nursery Pot","offer_id":44437657616519,"sku":"BYL-XL","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Coconut Coir Pot","offer_id":44437657649287,"sku":"B2b-BYL-L","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/9743\/2967\/files\/Laurus_nobilis_bay_leaf_bay_laurel_page_4.png?v=1775841216","url":"https:\/\/liveaquaponics.com\/products\/bay-leaf-bay-laurel-laurus-nobilis","provider":"Live Aquaponics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}