### Detailed description: Portuguese laurel (Prunus lusitanica) is an evergreen shrub native to southwest Europe and Morocco, appreciated for its robustness and dense foliage. Ideal for hedges, flowerbeds or isolated ones, it adapts perfectly to ornamental gardens. Not very susceptible to diseases and tolerant of drought, it acclimatizes to various types of soil, however preferring those that are well drained. Plant it in a sunny to partial shade location to optimize its growth. Easy to maintain, it requires annual pruning to maintain a harmonious shape. It offers discreet but pleasant spring flowering. ### Physical description: The Portuguese laurel displays luxurious and evergreen foliage, with dark green, leathery, finely serrated leaves. They generally measure between 5 and 12 cm in length. In late spring, it produces small white flowers in erect clusters, which turn into red and then black berries in the fall. This shrub can reach up to 6 meters in height and 4 meters in wingspan, its growth being moderate. Its trunk is often multiple, with smooth red-brown bark. A stylish choice for creating green screens all year round.