Keepsake Mountain Laurel
Kalmia latifolia 'Keepsake'
SKU
40429
Dark bluish green glossy foliage. Raspberry red buds open to abundant Burgundy Wine blooms with a thin white edge. Blooms about a week later than most other varieties. A partial shade woodland edge is an ideal location. Flowers are a nectar source for pollinators and evergreen foliage provides shelter for birds.
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Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | KAL-mee-uh lat-if-FOH-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Upright habit to 4-5 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring to Early Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Azalea & Camellia Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Hummingbirds, North American Native Selection, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Bird Friendly, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil. |
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.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8
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