When to Plant Bay Laurel in Zone 9
In USDA zone 9a, plant outdoors March 1 to April 30, and expect your first harvest around April 30. (9a shown here — see 9a and 9b dates separately below.)
Bay Laurel planting calendar for USDA Zone 9a
Average last spring frost
March 1
Average first fall frost
December 1
Direct sow
Mar 1
Projected first harvest
Apr 30
Bay Laurel is ready to harvest in about 60 days, needing roughly 275 frost-free days in zone 9a.
Bay Laurel planting calendar for USDA Zone 9b
Average last spring frost
February 15
Average first fall frost
December 15
Direct sow
Feb 15
Projected first harvest
Apr 16
Bay Laurel is ready to harvest in about 60 days, needing roughly 303 frost-free days in zone 9b.
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Varieties to grow
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Common problems with bay laurel
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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