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KALMIA latifolia 'Zebulon'
Commonly known as Calico bush, Mountain laurel
Palest pink, almost white flowers with a delicate deep pink ring at the centre
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EvergreenOval to elliptic-lance-shaped, glossy, dark green leaves 12cm (5in) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Very pale pink
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Height1.2m (4ft)
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Spread80cm (32in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, bushy shrub. Produces flowers 2-2.5cm (¾-1in) across in large clusters 8-10cm (3-4in), or more, across
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Full sunWhere soil remains reliably moist
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Partial shade
KALMIA latifolia 'Zebulon'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesTrouble freePlace of originEastern USA. Garden originResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapeBowl-shapedCup-shaped
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeElliptic
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch annually with leaf mould in spring
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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