Olympic Fire Mountain Laurel
Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Fire'
Pronunciation: KAL-mee-uh lat-if-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #05407
| Description | Showy clusters of red buds open to light pink flowers on a dense rounded form. Makes an exceptionally sturdy plant. Useful in borders, woodland gardens and hedges. Good in containers. Evergreen. |
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| Light | Partial sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Late spring to early summer |
| Mature Size | Upright habit to 5 ft. tall, 4 to 5 ft. tall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, North American Native Selection |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Hedge |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant
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