Kalmia latifolia Bulls Eye - Mountain Laurel
Kalmia latifolia Bulls Eye - Mountain Laurel
Kalmia latifolia Bull's Eye
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush, Spoonwood, American Mountain Laurel, Broad-leaved Kalmia
Still in good condition in August
jean-louis lauzanne, 27/08/2016
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Description
Kalmia latifolia 'Bull's Eye' is a delightful shrub of ericaceous soil, with a bushy and dense habit. In May-June, it adorns itself with a multitude of flower clusters, in a which are both lively and contrasting. The bell-shaped purple flowers are largely marked and speckled with white. The evergreen foliage, dark and shiny, softens the eccentricity of this flowering, covering the plant with elegant and well-ordered vegetation. Pure enchantment!
Kalmia latifolia is also named mountain laurel or American laurel, it belongs to the Ericaceae family, like heathers and rhododendrons. 'Bull's Eye' is a variety of modest dimensions, not exceeding 1 meter 30cm (3 feet 4 inches) in all directions, with slow growth. Its well-branched trunk gives it a bushy, compact and somewhat erect habit. Its dark green foliage with a lighter underside is made up of small varnished leaves, tough and thick, they guarantee a decorative interest all year round. The plant's display is at its peak at the end of spring, during its flowering. Each branch carries terminal clusters of small red-purple flowers 2 to 2.5 cm (0.8 to 1 in) in diameter, with pinkish white patterns at the edges and centre with purple stamens are housed on the petals. The flowers do not all bloom together, they present astonishing contrasts between the unopened veined floral buds not yet bloomed, and the already bloomed flowers. After flowering, if they have not fallen, the flowers give way to fruits in the shape of brown capsules, which last all winter. The colours, shape and fleshy and shiny texture of the flowers of Kalmia latifolia 'Bull's Eye', are like pretty little English porcelain cups, placed on a green setting, what elegance!
Kalmias are unfairly unknown. They are particularly hardy ericaceous shrubs that should be planted in semi-shade, in moist and humus-bearing soil. Definitely original, very decorative and not widespread enough, the Kalmia 'Bull's Eye' will work brilliantly in the garden, where it will beautifully highlight all the surrounding plants. It will be the ideal companion for other ericaceous plants. It will work well in a free hedge, in a mixed group of shrubs, added into a perennial bed or around a pond. Due to its small size, it is perfectly suitable for pots on balconies or patios, provided the soil is kept constantly moist.
Properties:
Kalmia latifolia is a shrub which is entirely toxic to humans as well as for animals (dogs, cats, sheep, horses) when eaten, including its leaves, flowers, fruits and roots.
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Botanical data
Kalmia
latifolia
Bull's Eye
Ericaceae
Mountain Laurel, Calico Bush, Spoonwood, American Mountain Laurel, Broad-leaved Kalmia
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Native to the mountains of eastern North America, Kalmia latifolia Bull's Eye is extremely hardy and can withstand very low temperatures, below -20°C (-4 °F). Belonging to the Ericaceae family, it needs to be planted in a semi-shaded position, in a humus-rich and fertile soil, acidic, moist but well-drained. Plant in spring or autumn, avoiding periods of frost or high heat. Prepare a wide and deep pit, 40 cm (15.7 in) by 40 cm (15.7 in) so that your Kalmia can quickly establish itself. Regular watering in the first few weeks after planting is necessary to keep the soil moist. A mulch at the base of the plant can be beneficial to protect the thin and superficial roots. Each spring, scratch the soil around the base of the plant and top with compost, ericaceous soil and mulch. If the soil is calcareous, it will need to be completely replaced by a mix of ericaceous soil and leaf compost in a large planting pit. The mountain laurel dislikes scorching situations and sweltering summers. It must be placed in such a way that it is shaded during the hottest hours of the day. The mountain laurel dislikes exposure to strong sunlight, especially in case of drought, and ensure regular watering (preferably with rainwater). This summer watering is particularly important since this is when the flower buds form for the following spring. The mountain laurel, liking coolness and good humidity, will thrive in coastal or rainy climates. With its slow growth, it is well suited to pots on a patio or balcony but use a large pot and water well to avoid the soil from drying out. Apart from removing faded flowers, pruning of Kalmia latifolia is hardly necessary. Indeed, it risks damaging the flowers for the following year, as the flower buds form at the ends of the branches. However, it is possible to remove dead wood and carry out a very slight refreshment to maintain a balanced habit.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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