 | Red Bay, Sweet Bay, Silk Bay, Red Bay Persea, Laurel Tree Persea borbonia var. borbonia Lauraceae Red bay is a small evergreen understory tree that grows along streams and in woods and swamps in southeast Texas. There is also an isolated population in central Texas. It has attractive medium green foliage, good oval to rounded form, and resistance to pests and diseases. The fragrant foliage (bay leaves) is used to flavor soups and stews. Plant Habit or Use: small tree medium tree Exposure: sun Flower Color: creamy white Blooming Period: spring summer Fruit Characteristics: dark blue to black drupe, 1/2 in. long Height: to 25 ft. Width: to 25 ft. Plant Character: evergreen semievergreen Heat Tolerance: high Water Requirements: medium Soil Requirements: acid neutral Additional Comments:
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