Is Mountain Laurel Acid Loving?

Mountain laurel loves moist but well-drained soil. ... It shares rhododendron's love for acidic soil, shade, and cool, moist air. And like its cousin, it can be challenging to grow. Some types of mountain laurels thrive in hot, humid climates, while others are only happy in cooler climates.

Does laurel grow in acid soil?

1. Hardiness: Being a resilient topiary that can tolerate being planted in either heavy clay or chalky ground, laurel prefers and will thrive in well-drained and evenly moist soil. Amazingly, the PH of your soil isn't a big factor for this topiary, as laurel will flourish in both alkaline and acidic mediums.

Do mountain laurels need fertilizer?

These shrubs don't need a lot of fertilizer and may bloom poorly if you apply too much. Use a fertilizer designed for acid-loving plants mixed at one-quarter strength once a year in spring. You can also add a thin layer of compost to the soil for additional nutrients and to add to the organic matter of the soil.