Skip Laurel — Price Comparison

Prunus laurocerasus 'Schipkaensis'

2 Gallon: $46.95 to $62.95 across 2 nurseries — save up to 25% by comparing.

Quick Facts

Hardiness Zones
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Sun
Full sun to full shade
Mature Size
10-15 ft tall x 5-7 ft wide
Bloom Time
Spring (white flower spikes)
Type
Broadleaf evergreen shrub

Current Prices

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Prices last checked: May 24, 2026

Size Best Price Specials
Quart $37.95 at PlantingTree
1 Gallon Sale $29.95 at Fast Growing Trees EXTRA25 free shipping on orders over $99 Free shipping on orders over $99
2 Gallon Sale $46.95 at Fast Growing Trees EXTRA25 free shipping on orders over $99 Free shipping on orders over $99
3 Gallon $70.95 at PlantingTree
5 Gallon $99.95 at PlantingTree
1-2 ft $84.95 at PlantingTree
2-3 ft $124.95 at PlantingTree
3-4 ft $134.95 at PlantingTree
4-5 ft $159.95 at PlantingTree
Retailer Quart 1 Gal 2 Gal 3 Gal 5 Gal 1-2ft 2-3ft 3-4ft 4-5ft In Stock Shipping Last Checked Specials
Fast Growing Trees $29.95 $57.95 $46.95 $63.95 $73.95 $85.95 $116.95 $128.95 In Stock Free over $99 May 24 EXTRA25 free shipping on orders over $99 Free shipping on orders over $99
PlantingTree $37.95 $62.95 $70.95 $99.95 $84.95 $124.95 $134.95 $159.95 Free over $119 May 24

Prices are checked daily and may not reflect real-time changes. Always verify the final price at the retailer's site before purchasing.

When to Buy & Plant Skip Laurel

Price Seasonality

Jan
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Aug
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Oct
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Dec
● Cheap ● Average ● Expensive
Best time to buy: October-November
Most expensive: April

Evergreen privacy trees are in highest demand during spring. Fall prices drop 10-20% as nurseries reduce inventory.

Pro tip: Fall is actually ideal for planting evergreens. Buy in October for best price AND best planting conditions.

Planting Season by Zone

Zone Spring Planting Fall Planting
Zone 5 Apr-May Sep-Oct
Zone 6 Mar-May Sep-Nov
Zone 7 Mar-Apr Oct-Nov
Zone 8 Feb-Apr Oct-Dec
Zone 9 Feb-Mar Nov-Dec

Price History