Mountain Laurel
Uses:
- Borders
- Specimen or Focal Point
- Container Thriller
Features:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Deer And Drought Resistant
- Native to North America
Sunlight:
- Full Shade to Full Sun
- Can Grow In Most Sunlight Conditions
Growing Zones:
- 4-9
- What is My Zone?
Mountain laurel is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of star-shaped flowers in shades of pink, white, and red that bloom in late spring. Ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or as a foundation planting, it thrives in acidic, well-drained soils and adds year-round interest with its attractive foliage and seasonal blooms.
About Mountain Laurel
Genus
Species
Family
Kalmia
Kalmia latifolia
Ericaceae
Common Names:
Kalmia latifolia, Lambkill, Calico Bush, Spoonwood
Native To:
Eastern North America
Plant Type:
Bushes
Foliage Type:
Glossy, leathery leaves, elliptical to lance-shaped
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
zones 4-9
Flower Color:
Typically pink, white, or purple, with a pattern of darker spots or markings on the petals
Flower Bloom Time:
Late spring to early summer
Growth Habit:
Bushy, rounded, with a dense and compact form
Attracts:
Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Tolerates:
Partial to full shade, poor soils, drought once established, and acidic soil
Resists:
Deer, rabbits, and many common pests