June 7th, 2010

Try Something Unique – Grow a Mountain Laurel !

The Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia), also known as Spoonwood, is a beautiful evergreen shrub that flowers every spring. The unique star shaped flowers form in a tight cluster and bloom from early June through July. They can grow well in a sunny or shady location. They keep their leaves all year which makes an excellent backdrop in a winter garden. Our store has a great selection with more than 15 varieties to choose from:

Kalmia ‘Bullseye’

Kalmia ‘Carol’

Kalmia ‘Carousel’

Kalmia ‘Elf’

Kalmia ‘Galaxy

Kalmia ‘Heart of Fire’

Kalmia ‘Kaleidoscope’

Kalmia ‘Little Linda’

Kalmia ‘Minuet’

Kalmia ‘Olympic Fire’

Kalmia ‘Ostbo Red’

Kalmia ‘Pink Charm’

Kalmia ‘Pinwheel’

Kalmia ‘Raspberry Glow’

Kalmia ‘Sarah’

Kalmia ‘Tiddlywinks’

 Kalmia ‘Tinkerbell’