Q.Why Is My Laurel Dying?
This laurel bush has been here since we moved in. It sits at the front of the house, which is in full shade in the morning and some sun in the afternoon. For several weeks now it has slowly drooped and shrivelled. But I don’t know why. Help!
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
This appears to be a severe fungal/bacterial infection. This occurs, mostly, from overwatering.
Depending on the disease, some can be treated and some cannot.
Your first attempts will be bactericides and fungicides. These articles will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/applying-bactericide-to-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
Make sure to, only, water when the first 2 or 3 inches of soil are COMPLETELY dry. This is the next step in correcting the issue.
Keep all infected growth cut back, and away from the area as to avoid reinfecting the shrub.
Here is an article that will give you general care guidelines for the shrub:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/cherry-laurel/growing-cherry-laurels.htm
