Kalmia latifolia 'Nathan Hale' - Nathan Hale Mountain Laurel

Nathan Hale Mountain Laurel is an evergreen shrub that forms a dense mound of glossy, deep green foliage.  Showy clusters of bright red-pink buds open to pink blushed cup-shaped flowers that bloom from late spring into summer.  Flowers best with part shade and rich, moist, well-drained acidic soils.  

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly.  Mulch to retain moisture and keep root zone cool.  Prune lightly after bloom to promote bushy growth.  Susceptible to blights and leaf spot.  Watch for scale, borers, lace bugs, and white flies. Highly toxic if ingested.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Specimen or Mass Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Camelia, Azalea, Peiris

IMAGE: Prides Corner, Kalmia lat. Nathan Hale

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.