Prunus laurocerasus, commonly known as cherry laurel or English laurel, is a robust, evergreen shrub or small tree native to regions of southeastern Europe and southwestern Asia. Belonging to the Rosaceae family, it is highly valued for its dense, glossy foliage, which provides excellent privacy screens, hedges, and windbreaks in both formal and informal landscapes. The plant typically grows 10 to 20 feet tall and wide, though under ideal conditions it can reach up to 30 feet, with a rounded, bushy habit. Its large, leathery, dark green leaves are oblong and often have a slightly serrated margin, giving the shrub a lush, tropical appearance throughout the year. In spring, Prunus laurocerasus produces upright racemes of small, fragrant, white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. These blooms are followed by small, shiny black drupes. Adaptable to a wide range of soils and light conditions, this species thrives in full sun to partial shade and demonstrates considerable tolerance to urban pollution, drought, and pruning, making it a versatile choice for landscaping. With its year-round greenery, fragrant spring flowers, and ability to form dense screens, Prunus laurocerasus remains a popular and reliable shrub for both residential and commercial gardens worldwide.