I Planted 13 Cherry Laurels In Sept. After A Snowy Winter, 2 Bushes Are Brown And 2 Are Starting To Turn. Thoughts And Remedy?

Question

I live in Union NJ The plants are 4-5 ft tall Thank you!

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Answer 1

It could be some winter desiccation. You are in hardiness zone 6b and cherry laurels are hardy to zone 5. Those two in the center may be subjected to more drying winds than the other shrubs. Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/desiccation-in-plants.htm

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