Cherry Laurel’s

Question

I planted nine 4ft cherry Laurel’s last week,a lot of the leaves have gone brown and shriveled up,I planted them in compost with bone meal can you please help as they cost a lot of money thanking you

Answer 1

Unfortunately, your photos did not come through.

This sounds like transplant shock. Usually, this is caused by overwatering while the roots are trying to get established. This suffocates them and will leave you with a sick looking tree.

These articles will help you to make an attempt at correction, and care for the shrub:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/cherry-laurel/growing-cherry-laurels.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm