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Kalmia angustifolia 'Hammonasset'

Hammonassett sheep-laurel

Showy sheep laurel is a remarkable evergreen shrub, capable of growing in boggy to sandy soils, and of tolerating the coldest Zone 1 winters. While allelopathic to confiers and toxic to mammals, it provides winter forage and cover for songbirds. 'Hammonasset' is a selection from a wild population in Connecticut with a strong suckering habit and masses of pink blooms. Plant in moist, acidic spots for an eye-popping display.

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Height: 1-4 ft
Spread: 1-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 1-7


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Selection
Exposure
• Sun
Soil Moisture
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Specimen
• Massing


North American Distribution