Kalmia latifolia 'Sterntaler' - 25-30 CM C4

Spread
North America.

Growth
Mountain laurel 'Sterntaler' is upright and broad in habit. Slow growing.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Kalmia latifolia 'Sterntaler' thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The bicoloured, cupped flowers appear in umbels from May to June.

Use
Solitary, group planting, ornamental shrub, bog border

Root
Kalmia latifolia 'Sterntaler' is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.