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mountain laurel
Kalmia latifolia
shrub⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate water
Mountain laurel is a native evergreen shrub prized for its showy clusters of pink or white flowers in late spring. It thrives in partial shade with acidic soil and makes an excellent choice for woodland gardens and naturalized landscapes.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
high
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4b to Zone 9bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4.5 to 5.5Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Succession Role
early successionalmid successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia
Function & Care
wildlife benefitwindbreakhedgerow
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation