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Kalmia latifolia 'Minuet'
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Mountain laurelShrub, EvergreenFamily: Ericaceae
- Height: 90cmSpread: 70cm
- Hardy
Flower colour:
Pink
Red
Foliage colour:
Green
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in Border:
Middle
Shade Type:
Damp
Soil
Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
A relative of rhododendrons, Kalmia latifolia is an evergreen shrub, bearing clusters of pale pink flowers which open from crinkled, dark pink buds. It makes a good planting companion for heathers.
Kalmia latifolia 'Minuet' is an evergreen, dwarf shrub, with eye-catching pale-pink and red flowers and glossy foliage.
For best results grow Kalmia latifolia 'Minuet' in moist, slightly acidic soil, in full sun. Mulch annually with well-rotted leaf mould.
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Kalmia ‘Minuet’ and wildlife
Kalmia ‘Minuet’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Kalmia ‘Minuet’ poisonous?
Kalmia ‘Minuet’ causes an upset stomach, irritates eyes, irritates skin and is harmful if ingested. Its bark, foliage, fruit, pollen, sap, seed capsules and seeds are toxic.
Toxic to:
Is known to attract Horses
Horses
Is known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is known to attract People
People
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
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