Schip Laurel Trees for Sale | Evergreen Privacy Hedge

Schip Laurel is a more compact cultivar of English Laurel, growing slower and staying narrower, which makes it better suited for tight residential spacing and formal hedges. English Laurel grows larger and faster overall but requires more space and pruning to maintain a controlled shape compared to the naturally denser Schip Laurel.

Schip Laurels are fast-growing evergreens, adding up to 24 inches of new growth per year under favorable conditions. This rapid growth rate makes them a popular choice for homeowners who want a mature-looking privacy hedge or living fence within just a few growing seasons rather than waiting a decade for coverage.

For medium-sized specimens, plant Schip Laurels about 3 feet apart to encourage the branches to fill in and form a continuous hedge. Larger 5'-6' specimens should be spaced 4 feet or more apart, since they have wider root systems and canopies that need room to develop without overcrowding.

For immediate screening, choose specimens in the 5'-6'+ range, which provide substantial height and density right after planting. Smaller 2'-4' sizes are more budget-friendly and grow into a full hedge within a couple of seasons, making them a good option for those willing to wait for coverage to fill in.

Schip Laurels are adaptable and thrive in full sun to half shade, making them versatile for most residential and commercial landscapes. While they perform best with at least a few hours of direct sunlight daily, they can also tolerate partially shaded locations without significant loss of density or foliage color.

Yes, Brandywine Trees offers custom shipping and truckload delivery for bulk orders (50-250 units) to states including New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Ohio, and Virginia. Contact the nursery directly to coordinate delivery logistics, pricing, and timing for out-of-state orders, especially for large-scale privacy hedge projects.