QuestionsHow to growTrees and ShrubsChoosing trees and shrubsLaurel Hedge at the coast? 0 Vote Up Vote Down Michael Cummins asked 15 years ago Will a Laurel hedge survive 2km from the East Coast, My house is fairly exposed to the East wind. 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 7 years ago Yes, if the soil is well-drained and fertile.