Kalmia latifolia 'Carousel' - Mountain Laurel

Mountain Laurel

Kalmia latifolia 'Carousel'

Also called Carousel Calico Bush

  • Lavender buds open to white flowers with an intricately-patterned cinnamon-purple band
  • Glossy medium green leaves
  • Upright rounded habit
  • Bloom Time: May to June

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Bicoloured

HEIGHT:
125-150 cm

SPREAD:
125-150 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Mountain laurel grows best in a well-drained, acidic soil with consistent moisture until it is established. They are moderately drought tolerant. They show their best flower colour in full sun, however, they will take some shade. Any pruning should be done soon after flowering to ensure bud set. Some winter sun protection is recommended to prevent winter burn.

Additional Notes about Mountain Laurel:


'Carousel' was hybridized by R. Jaynes of Broken Arrow Nursery, Hamden, Connecticut and introduced in 1982.

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Slow
FLOWERING TIME:
Spring
HABIT:
Upright
Rounded
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green
LANDSCAPE USES:
Foundation planting
Specimen