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Bay, Laurus nobilis

This tree need some protection from frost, either by giving it the shelter of other trees, or a warm wall.

The leaves can be used fresh or dried. A spicy, aromatic flavouring, bay leaves are commonly used as a flavouring for soups, stews etc. The leaves can be used fresh or are harvested in the summer and dried.

The flavour of freshly dried, crushed or shredded leaves is stronger than fresh leaves, but the leaves should not be stored for longer than a year since they will then lose their flavour.

The dried fruit is used as a flavouring.

The dried leaves are brewed into a herbal tea.

An essential oil obtained from the leaves is used as a food flavouring.

The bay tree has a long history of folk use in the treatment of many ailments, particularly as an aid to digestion and in the treatment of bronchitis and influenza.

An essential oil from the fruit is used in soap making.

The plant is highly resistant to pests and diseases, it is said to protect neighbouring plants from insect and health problems.

The leaves are highly aromatic and can be used as an insect repellent, the dried leaves protect stored grain, beans etc from weevils.

Very tolerant of clipping, it can be grown as a screen or hedge in areas suited to its outdoor cultivation.

Wood - sweetly-scented, does not wear quickly. Used for walking sticks and friction sticks for making fires.