Kalmia latifolia

A medium sized shrub that is uncommon in the Finger Lakes, but common in SE NY state and in Pennsylvania. Seen in open woodland & edge habitats in acidic soils. The flowers have a fun spring mechanism to disperse pollen.

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
mountain laurel
Type: 
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Status: 
Scarce in Finger Lakes
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Well-drained
Recommended for gardening

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