Sheep laurel

Sheep laurel
​Scientific name: Kalmia angustifolia
​Family: Ericaceae 

Sheep laurel produces tiny pink flowers, similar to Mountain laurel. Sometimes, they will flower twice over the length of the summer. The scientific epithet "angustifolia" refers to the narrow leaves. 

Sheep laurel prefers well-drained sandy soils. You might find this species in association with pitch pines or in transitional areas around swamps. 

The leaves are evergreen, making identification possible even in winter. The average height of this shrub is 3ft tall.

iNaturalist observation:
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/110092656
Lat: 39.501962
Lon: -74.524857
Accuracy: 110m
​Geoprivacy: Open