Skip Laurels are evergreen shrubs that can be grown as a dense, upright hedge or as standalone plants.
After flowering, Skip Laurels may produce small, dark berries that turn black as they mature. These berries are typically not considered ornamental.
They typically reach a height of 10 to 12 feet, sometimes more, with a spread of 6 to 10 feet. Their growth habit is generally compact and upright.
In spring, Skip Laurels produce small, fragrant white flowers in upright clusters. While the flowers are not the main ornamental feature.
They thrive in full sun to partial shade. Skip Laurels are adaptable to various light conditions.
These laurels are versatile when it comes to soil, tolerating a range from sandy to clayey, as long as it is well-draining.
Skip Laurels are commonly used in landscapes as hedging, screening, or as specimen plants. Their dense growth provides privacy.
Skip Laurels respond well to pruning and can be shaped into formal hedges. Pruning is typically done after flowering to maintain the desired shape.
Skip Laurels (Schip Laurels) are known for their relatively good resistance to pests and diseases.