How to grow and care for Kalmia polifolia Wangenh.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Kalmia polifolia Wangenh., Western bog laurel, Box laurel, Swamp laurel
Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Family : Ericaceae
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant mostly grew in temperate regions, as well as polar areas or tropical highlands.
🌺 Flower
Most flowers are bisexual and radially symmetrical.
🎋 Stem
Most are shrubs, but some species are small trees.
🪴 Root&Soil
They are generally tolerant of acidic soil, allowing them to grow without issues in such conditions.
water
How to water Kalmia polifolia Wangenh.
How often should I water?
check Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Bright direct light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-27
-27~35℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Ericales, Family: Ericaceae, Genus: Kalmia, Species: Kalmia polifolia
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
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Lifespan | Perennial |
Hardiness Zone | 3 - 9 |
Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
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Phylum | Tracheophyta |
Class | Magnoliopsida |
Order | Ericales |
Family | Ericaceae |
Genus | Kalmia |
Species | Kalmia polifolia |
Is Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. toxic?
Kalmia polifolia Wangenh. is dangerous to Cat
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