Pink Charm Mountain Laurel

Kalmia latifolia 'Pink Charm'

Pronunciation: KAL-mee-uh lat-if-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #40431
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LIGHT: Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Upright habit to 10 ft. tall and wide.

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Description Deep pink buds open to rich pink flowers with a narrow dark pink ring near the base of the corolla. Ideal for a lightly shaded, woodland setting, providing year round protection for birds. Effective in mixed shrub borders.
Bloom Time Spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/Solutions Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Blueberry (Vaccinium); Azalea (Azalea); Holly (Ilex); Hydrangea (Hydrangea)
Care Instructions 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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DescriptionDeep pink buds open to rich pink flowers with a narrow dark pink ring near the base of the corolla. Ideal for a lightly shaded, woodland setting, providing year round protection for birds. Effective in mixed shrub borders.
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsRabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Style
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsLily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Blueberry (Vaccinium); Azalea (Azalea); Holly (Ilex); Hydrangea (Hydrangea)
Care
Care InstructionsFollow 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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Pink Charm Mountain Laurel produce flowers?
Spring
Is Pink Charm Mountain Laurel evergreen or deciduous?
Pink Charm Mountain Laurel is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Pink Charm Mountain Laurel?
Pink Charm Mountain Laurel is Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Pink Charm Mountain Laurel resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Pink Charm Mountain Laurel grow?
Pink Charm Mountain Laurel has a Moderate growth rate.
What color are Pink Charm Mountain Laurel flowers?
Pink Charm Mountain Laurel produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Pink Charm Mountain Laurel?
Pink Charm Mountain Laurel has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Pink Charm Mountain Laurel?
Good companion plants for Pink Charm Mountain Laurel include: Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Blueberry (Vaccinium); Azalea (Azalea); Holly (Ilex); Hydrangea (Hydrangea).
How do I care for Pink Charm Mountain Laurel?
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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.