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Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush

Kalmia Latifolia

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Overview

The Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia), also known as Calico Bush, is an evergreen shrub boasting glossy leaves and clustered flowers. In late spring, it features pink to white blooms with unique maroon banding. Hardy in zones 4-9, it thrives in acidic, well-drained soil and part shade. Maturing at 7-15 feet tall with a similar spread, it’s ideal for shaded borders or woodland gardens, offering year-round interest.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 4–10Climate Temperate
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — offering year-round interest

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (124)

Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — is an exquisite broadleaf evergreen shrub that brings an elegant touch to any landscape, image 118
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — A member of the heath family; remain vibrant year-round, image 119
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9; broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade, image 120
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — Growing to an average height of 7 to 15 feet with a similar spread, image 122

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