Carol Mountain Laurel
Kalmia latifolia 'Carol'
Description | Red buds open to near-white flowers. Compact, glossy, slightly twisted foliage. A strong grower that naturalizes well and is an excellent foundation plant. Flowers are a nectar source for pollinators and evergreen foliage provides shelter for birds. Evergreen. |
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Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
Blooms | Spring |
Mature Size | Upright habit to 6 to 10 ft. tall,10 ft. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, North American Native Selection, Compact Form |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Landscape Use | Hedge |
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Design Ideas | Kalmia is a natural addition to gardens in the Pacific Northwest, and grows wherever you can plant Rhododendron successfully. Use this dwarf shrub around the edges of tree canopies, among acid-loving woodland plants, or as a foundation plant along building walls and fences. Makes a great color contribution to wild gardens, particularly those in climates where summers are moderately cool. Also makes a lovely potted specimen for decks, patios and porches. |
Flower Color | White |
Foliage Color | Green |
Care | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 7
Good to grow!
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Atlanta, Georgia 30318 -
Pike Nursery 2410 Camelia Lane Ne
Atlanta, Georgia 30324
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