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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 4–10Type Broadleaf Evergreen, ShrubClimate Temperate
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — showcasing its hardiness and adaptability; it‚Äôs ideal for shaded borders or woodland gardens, image 94

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — scientifically known as Kalmia latifolia; maturing at 7-15 feet tall with a similar spread, image 63
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms; resembling a delicate art piece, image 107
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — In late spring, it features pink to white blooms with unique maroon banding; white flowers in the, image 58
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9; broadleaf evergreen / shrub for half or shade
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — providing a striking backdrop against the seasonal changes of the landscape; scientifically known as Kalmia
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — A member of the heath family; remain vibrant year-round, image 92
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — providing a striking backdrop against the seasonal changes of the landscape; scientifically known, image 75
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — offering year-round interest; broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms, image 89
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — it‚Äôs ideal for shaded borders or woodland gardens; measuring 2 to 4 inches long, image 88
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — resembling a delicate art piece; offering year-round interest, image 71
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — providing a striking backdrop against the seasonal changes of the landscape; scientifically known, image 102
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — Maturing at 7-15 feet tall with a similar spread; it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9, image 60
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — remain vibrant year-round; also known as Calico Bush
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — with intricate purple markings inside; the Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia), image 70
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — is an evergreen shrub boasting glossy leaves and clustered flowers; these blossoms span approximately 1 inch
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — making it an ideal choice for wooded garden areas or north-facing landscapes, image 77
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — resembling a delicate art piece; offering year-round interest, image 98
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — this shrub features clusters of cup-shaped flowers that range from white to pink; providing a, image 96
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — white flowers in the garden; is an exquisite broadleaf evergreen shrub that brings an elegant touch to any
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — The foliage can reach a spread of up to 5 inches; with intricate purple markings inside, image 103
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) — offering year-round interest; broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms, image 62
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — Maturing at 7-15 feet tall with a similar spread; it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9, image 114
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush (Kalmia Latifolia) — remain vibrant year-round; also known as Calico Bush, image 101
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