Bay laurel tree seeds

Bay Leaf tree or as called Bay tree is aromatic evergreen perennial, its leaves are used in cooking and its fragrant oils in perfume and soap making, planted in parks and homes, and Bay tree is characterized by protecting neighboring trees from insects and pests. Scientific name: Laurus Nobilis. Other names: Bay leaf, Bay tree, Bay Gulf, Laurel, Moses leaf. Family: Laurel. Native to: Mediterranean basin countries. Flowers: bloom in spring and their flowers appear yellow in star shape. Leaves: large, curly, soft, containing volatile oils. Height: reaches 17 cm. Planting time: in warm times, and can be planted at any time of the year outside these weather conditions and climate inside greenhouses. Benefits of Bay tree and uses: its fresh leaves contain volatile oils used in cooking to give food a distinctive flavor. Bay tree is used as a medicinal substance for many diseases. Oils are extracted from its branches for perfume and soap making. Dried leaves protect stored grains from weevils. Growing Bay tree and environmental conditions: tolerant of all climatic conditions except dry weather, as it needs moisture and watering constantly, and can be grown in any moderate climate conditions like greenhouses. Before planting, it is preferable to peel the seed. Soil: Bay tree grows in any type of soil rich in complete nutrients for cultivation. Sun exposure: full sun. Propagation: by seeds and cuttings.