How do I care for my Bay Tree?
Should I cover my bay tree up that has been out for two years?
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going to depend on where you live --- https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-grow-your-own-bay-laurel-tree-1402602
Once established outdoors in Zones 8-11 you might only cover with a sheet on night temperatures below 30 degrees. It's grown in Mediterranean and tropical places so if you live where it snows cover with straw for the winter and burlap bag
Hi Nettie! Here are some great helps listed below too.
http://farmingfriends.com/bay-tree-problems/
https://www.gardenfocused.co.uk/herbs/bay-frost.php
Hi Netty,
It would depend on what zone you live in. Since your Bay tree has been out for 2 years, it is tolerant of the winter you have there. If you expect a really bad winter with freezing temps it would be best to protect it by covering with a sheet to protect it from windy conditions. If you bay is in a pot, you could move it to a wall that is heated.
We live in zone 5 (Maryland) and I bring our 2 potted bay trees in for the winter.