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Mountain Laurel (Before Blooms Open)

Kalmia latifolia

Photo by JC_Forester
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Field Notes

Description:

It is an evergreen shrub growing to 3–9 m tall. The leaves are 3–12 cm long and 1–4 cm wide. Its flowers are round, ranging from light pink to white, and occurring in clusters.

Habitat:

Acidic soils.

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Kalmia latifolia

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