Pleached Cherry Laurel Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita'

The Go-To Evergreen (But We've Got a Better One)

If you’re searching for Cherry Laurel pleached trees, you’re on the right track. Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus) is a classic choice for privacy, fast-growing, evergreen, and beautifully dense. It’s been a favourite in gardens for generations, creating natural green walls that block out noise, neighbours, and unsightly views. But here’s the thing: there’s an even better version.

Why Novita Laurel Instead of Cherry Laurel?

At Just Pleachy, we sell Pleached 'Novita' Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita'), which gives you all the benefits of Cherry Laurel, but with extra resilience, better cold tolerance, and an even lusher look.

Think of Novita as Cherry Laurel’s tougher, hardier sibling. It’s got the same glossy green leaves, fast growth, and dense coverage, but it shrugs off cold weather like a champ. Where traditional Cherry Laurel can sulk in frost or damp conditions, Novita stays strong, looking lush and vibrant all year round.

It’s also more upright and compact, which means less pruning to keep its pleached shape neat. And if you’re in a spot that gets a bit of frost in winter? Novita handles it like a pro, no shivering, no sad-looking leaves, just solid, reliable greenery.

Perfect for Privacy, Low on Maintenance

If you want a pleached tree that does the hard work for you, Novita is it. A quick trim once or twice a year keeps it in shape, and it’s happy in both sun and shade. It thrives in almost any soil and isn’t fussy about pollution, making it perfect for city gardens, countryside retreats, and anywhere in between.

A Fun Little Fact…

Cherry Laurel (and Novita too) is a natural air purifier. Its thick, waxy leaves don’t just block views, they trap dust and pollution, keeping the air in your garden fresher. And come spring, you’ll get small, delicate white flowers that attract bees and butterflies as it is an RHS Plants for Pollinators species. Later in the year, birds love the black berries, adding a bit of extra life to your garden.

The Just Pleachy Difference

At Just Pleachy, we don’t do “good enough.” We choose the best trees for British gardens, which is why we grow and sell the Novita cultivar of pleached Cherry Laurel. Our trees arrive ready to plant and thrive. And if you’d rather skip the hassle of planting? Our expert team can handle that for you. Lush, reliable, and effortlessly elegant, pleached Novita Laurel is the best choice for gardens that need privacy without the fuss. Ready to add it to yours? We’re here to help.