How much sunlight does my Calico Bush need?

Calico Bush requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Is Calico Bush toxic to cats, dogs, or children?

Calico Bush is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222 , or your veterinarian immediately. Calico Bush is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

What type of soil should I use for my Calico Bush?

Calico Bush does best in well-draining soil . A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Should I fertilize my Calico Bush?

Calico Bush grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer . Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

What is the growth pattern for Calico Bush?

Calico Bush will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Can Calico Bush be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone Calico Bush can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

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Q: Is Calico Bush easy to care for?

Calico Bush is generally easy to care for , though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Q: How often should I water my Calico Bush?

Calico Bush prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Also known as

Mountain laurel, Calico-bush and Spoonwood

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Kalmia latifolia

Genus

Kalmia

Family

Ericaceae

Order

Ericales

How to care for Calico Bush

Water

How often to water your Calico Bush

Calico Bush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Light

Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Finding light for Calico Bush in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Calico Bush: 1ft from a window

Calico Bush love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ⛅.

Calico Bush does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Nutrients

How to fertilize Calico Bush

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Calico Bush: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Calico Bush after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

FAQs

Difficulty Level

Calico Bush is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Water Needs

Sunlight Needs

Toxicity

Soil

Fertilizer

Growth Pattern

Growing Outdoors