Kalmia latifolia
Kalmia latifolia, commonly known as Calico-bush or mountain laurel, is an evergreen ornamental shrub that prefers part shade and medium water conditions. It thrives in USDA zones 4-9, reaching a height of 1-3 meters. The plant produces beautiful purple flowers in late spring and early summer, blooming from May to July. It prefers loamy, peaty, or sandy soil and is known to attract pollinators.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Height
1–3 m
Spread
1–3 m
Zones
4–9
Flower colors
This shrub prefers part shade conditions and requires medium watering. It is well-suited for USDA zones 4 through 9.
Kalmia latifolia is an evergreen shrub with a mature height of 1 to 3 meters. Its blooms are typically purple and appear from May to July. The plant prefers loamy, peaty, or sandy soils and is beneficial for pollinators.