"Lee and Kath" wrote in message
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I am fed up withh the unavailablity of bay leaves in the shops so I want to
have my own tree.

I live in SE sheffield. It is not particularly cold here - quite
sheltered. I do not have
agreenhouse or conservatory but the garage has a large clear part to the
roof (ivy grows INSIDE very
well) if shelter is needed in winter.

Is it easy to care fof?

Kath

No probs - I've had mine growing outside in a pot for about 6 years now - in
Aberdeen. It's had cold, snow, dark and other unpleasantness, and is growing
a treat. he soil is well drained, and I re-pot every second year. I keep it
on the dry side.

Regards

Chris S