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Kalmia lat. Yankee Doodle
'Yankee Doodle' Mountain Laurel
- » Shade-Loving Native!
- » Upright and vigorous
- » Densely foliated with evergreen leaves
- » Red buds open light pink with a maroon band in late spring
- » Dependable, quick grower
- Category:Shrub
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:8-10 ft
- Spread:8-10 ft
- Bloom Color: Pink Shades
Upright, vigorous and densely foliated with evergreen leaves. Loads of red buds open light pink with a unique maroon band in late May. Perfect for grouping as a border planting! Dependable, quick grower with nice foliage and a showy display of uniquely colored flowers. Tolerates shade.
Attributes
| • | Evergreen |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Flower Color
| • | Pink |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Kalmia lat. Yankee Doodle
Likes enriched, well-drained soil and mulch. Remove spent bloom. Prune after flowering.