Kalmia latifolia
Mountain Laurel
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Plant Type:Hardy, broad-leafed evergreen shrub
Maximum Height:1.5-3.5m
Soil Type:Lime-free, humus-rich, well-drained soil.
Position:Partial shade
Climatic Zone:All zones except tropics, prefers cool temperate areas
Propagation:Seed in autumn, cuttings in summer, or layering
Flowers:Clusters of bright pink buds open to heads of small, pale pink flowers in late spring to early summer
Poisonous:Yes

    "I believe the nurserymen sell lots and lots of kalmias every year, but where on earth do they go? It is almost impossible to imagine a more delightful evergreen of medium height than Kalmia latifolia for a southern aspect, and ordinary rhododendron conditions are all that it demands."

    "Letters to Garden Lovers", Australian Home Beautiful, July 1939.

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