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Kalmia latifolia

Also Known As

  • Mountain Laurel
  • Spoonwood

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Kalmia latifolia plant details

Kalmia latifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalmia latifolia

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalmia latifolia

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Possibly the best June-flowering shrub for acid soils.. Glossy dark green leaves make a pleasing setting for the clusters of white to pink flowers. Slow-growing evergreen to 6' or more in cultivation. For increased bloom plant in more sun and moist soil.

By: The Bovees Nursery

Gardening facts about Kalmia latifolia plant

How to Grow Kalmia latifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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