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Kalmia latifolia - Mountain laurels are among the most beautiful of spring blooming shrubs, sporting clusters of blooms in a variety of colors.  Like the laurels native to the eastern US, all prefer a slightly acidic soil (pH 4.5 - 6.0) and lots of rich humus.  The best spots are those beneath other trees - lightly shaded with moist root conditions.   Leaves are dark green and glossy.  Many reach 20ft. in height, although most cultivars usually grow to 6-8ft, with some hardy to -20F (-28.8C).

VARIETIES
Bullseye - Deep purple buds open to become whte blooms with broad purple bands.  Foliage is red, the new leaves being a dark bronze-red in color. Hardy to -20F (-28.8C); height: 6ft.

#P2994   2yr seedling  $ 20.00

Elf  -  Small leafed variety with light pink flower buds that open to reveal white blooms with a crisp center ring. Hardy to -20F (-28.8C); height: 5ft.

#P2991   2yr seedling  $ 20.00

  Native Mountain Laurel (Calico Bush) -  Evergreen shrub native to the Eastern US and the Appalachians with dark green glossy leaves and covered in spring in masses of apple blossom pink clusters of blooms.  For anyone who has seen them growing wild, an almost unbelieveably beautiful sight.  Hardy to -10F (-23.3C); height: 12-20ft.

#792  Packet, $20.00 each,  Approximately 5000 seeds

Olympic Fire - Dark red buds open to large pink flowers.  Heavily textured foliage with an uneven margin.  Upright growth habit.   Hardy to -20F (-28.8C); height: 6ft.

#P2992   2yr seedling  $ 20.00

Sarah - Dwarf variety with red buds opening to long lasting pink blooms.  Requires more sun than most laurels.  Hardy to -20F (-28.8C); height: 4ft.

#P2993   2yr seedling  $ 20.00

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