White, Pink & Red Mountain Laurel Seeds produce evergreen shrubs or small trees known for their glossy foliage and clusters of white, pink, and red fragrant flowers. These slow-growing plants thrive 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 and color to temperate gardens.
Features
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Evergreen shrub or small tree growth habit
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Produces clusters of white, pink, and red fragrant flowers
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Glossy foliage adds year-round ornamental appeal
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Suitable for borders, hedges, and naturalized landscapes
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Thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil
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Provides seasonal color and long-lasting ornamental interest
Specifications
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Scientific name: Sophora secundiflora
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Common name (US): Mountain Laurel
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Seed type / variety: Mixed flowering evergreen shrub variety
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Growth habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree
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USDA zones: 7 to 10
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Planting season: Spring or early fall
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Growing season: Spring through summer
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing season months: March to May
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Germination time and conditions: 2 to 6 weeks; scarification and warm soil at 70 to 85 F improve germination
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Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil requirements: Well-drained, acidic or sandy soil
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Watering needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Mature plant size: 10 to 15 feet tall; 8 to 12 feet spread
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Plant spacing: 8 to 12 feet apart