Kalmia latifolia 'Sarah' - Sarah Mountain Laurel
Best vibrant flowering shrub for enhancing established garden landscapes.
This compact evergreen shrub offers a beautiful display of coral pink flowers and glossy foliage with burgundy new growth. It thrives in part shade and acidic soil, requiring low maintenance. While toxic if ingested, it's a versatile choice for various landscape uses, including containers.
$130.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
929
/ 3343
#929 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+210%
Above average
Type
Shrub
/ Shrub
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking distinctive, elegant floral displays for their spring garden.
- Homeowners desiring continuous garden appeal and robust, enduring landscape elements.
- Gardeners in deer-prone regions wanting attractive, resilient, and undisturbed plantings.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with alkaline or heavy soils requiring significant soil amendments.
- Gardeners needing rapid landscape establishment or immediate visual impact.
- Families with young children or pets prone to ingesting garden plants.
Performance breakdown
Visual Appeal
Stunning coral blooms and burgundy-tinted foliage create a high-impact garden display.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal effort once established in the correct acidic soil conditions.
Versatility
Compact size makes it perfect for containers, borders, or foundation plantings.
Year-Round Interest
Evergreen leaves ensure the garden remains vibrant even after blooms fade.
Wildlife Attraction
Natural mounding habit provides excellent cover and habitat for local pollinators.
Safety Profile
High toxicity levels require careful placement away from curious pets.
Key Specs
Type
Shrub
Mature Height
4' - 5'
Mature Spread
4' - 5'
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8
Light Requirement
Partial Sun
Bloom Color
Pink
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer
Foliage Type
Evergreen
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