Mountain Laurel Seeds - Flower Plant

Mountain Laurel Seeds produce evergreen shrubs or small trees known for their glossy, dark green foliage and clusters of fragrant flowers. This slow-growing plant thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, acidic soils. Mountain Laurel is suitable for borders, hedges, and naturalized landscapes. Once established, it provides year-round greenery and seasonal floral displays, adding ornamental interest to temperate gardens.

Features

• Evergreen shrub or small tree growth habit

• Produces clusters of fragrant flowers

• Glossy foliage adds year-round ornamental appeal

• Suitable for borders, hedges, and naturalized landscapes

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil

• Provides seasonal color and ornamental interest

Specifications

• Scientific name: Kalmia latifolia

• Common name (US): Mountain Laurel

• Seed type / variety: Evergreen shrub variety

• Growth habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree

• USDA zones: 5 to 9

• Planting season: Spring or early fall

• Growing season: Spring through summer

• Sowing Season: Spring

• Sowing season months: March to May

• Germination time and conditions: 14 to 28 days; cold stratification improves germination

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil requirements: Well-drained, acidic soil

• Watering needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist

• Mature plant size: 5 to 15 feet tall; 5 to 10 feet spread

• Plant spacing: 5 to 8 feet apart