{"product_id":"laurus-nobilis-bay-herb-plant-9cm-pot","title":"Laurus nobilis Bay Tree - Herb Plant - 9cm Pot","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:ea49f98b-d6ec-49d6-9e0b-01c64799eaef-1\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:ea49f98b-d6ec-49d6-9e0b-01c64799eaef-1\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:ea49f98b-d6ec-49d6-9e0b-01c64799eaef-1\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6cd0df28-c11a-4042-a268-e6ecbd78e7df\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eLaurus nobilis 'Bay Tree' Herb Plant – 9cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile evergreen herb prized for its aromatic leaves, which can be used fresh or dried to enhance a wide variety of dishes. Supplied in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"208\"\u003e9cm pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, this attractive culinary herb also makes an elegant ornamental shrub or container plant, providing year-round structure and fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\" data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wkq4g2\" data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eAromatic evergreen herb with edible leaves for culinary use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"whdhrp\" data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eIdeal for growing in pots, herb gardens, patios and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eard4a\" data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eGlossy, leathery foliage provides year-round interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17iqz8l\" data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eEasy to shape into formal topiary or maintain as a natural shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z5whfa\" data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eThrives in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s13de0\" data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eSupplied as \u003cstrong data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eone healthy Laurus nobilis 'Bay Tree' plant in a 9cm pot\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1k8uwy3\" data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eAdd both beauty and practicality to your garden with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"869\"\u003eLaurus nobilis 'Bay Tree' Herb Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eGreen Inspiration\u003c\/strong\u003e. This classic evergreen shrub is widely grown for its fragrant, glossy leaves, which are an essential ingredient in many soups, stews, casseroles and Mediterranean dishes. The leaves can be harvested throughout the year and used either fresh or dried, making this an excellent addition to any kitchen garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eBeyond its culinary value, the Bay Tree is an attractive ornamental plant with a naturally upright growth habit and dense evergreen foliage. In spring, mature plants produce clusters of small, pale greenish-yellow flowers, followed by glossy black berries on female plants if both male and female specimens are present. Its elegant appearance makes it equally suited to formal gardens, patio containers, entranceways or mixed borders, where it can be clipped into decorative shapes or allowed to develop into a handsome specimen shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eLaurus nobilis is a slow-growing, long-lived plant that adapts well to a range of soil types, provided they are well-drained. Hardy and low maintenance once established, it is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking an attractive evergreen herb with year-round appeal and practical culinary benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"111k6i7\" data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laurus nobilis 'Bay Tree' Herb Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3nnvqo\" data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"141366j\" data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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data-section-id=\"1mopk9h\" data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003ePlant in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ss0ca3\" data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3076\"\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season, allowing the soil to drain freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ff1h2t\" data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eHarvest leaves as required throughout the year; mature leaves offer the strongest flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3faxu4\" data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003ePrune lightly in late spring or summer to maintain shape, particularly if growing as topiary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6cwmo1\" data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3399\"\u003eContainer-grown plants benefit from occasional feeding during the growing season and may require winter protection in colder areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1b771e\" data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3434\"\u003eEnjoy Fresh Homegrown Flavour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3715\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"3440\" data-end=\"3490\"\u003eLaurus nobilis 'Bay Tree' Herb Plant – 9cm Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent choice for cooks and gardeners alike, combining year-round evergreen beauty with fresh, aromatic leaves for the kitchen. 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