MOUNTAIN LAUREL

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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).


Native Mountain Laurel Calico Bush Kalmia latifolia  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, $4.50 each,  Approximately 500 seeds

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