Kalmia latifolia (Calico Bush, Kalmia) Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Evergreen, Flowering Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush Size Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height) Colours White Flowers (Summer early), Dark green Foliage Care Some Maintenance Required Hardiness Frost hardy Growth Slow Growing Plant Earmark this plant   Kalmia latifolia description: Calico Bush is grown for its impressive displays of late spring blossom, however it also has attractive deep green foliage that provides a good back drop for other flowering plants during the summer months. Well suited to naturalistic woodland planting. Kalmia latifolia cultivation notes: Kalmia prefers a fertile moisture retentive soil, preferably on acidic soil, being commonly plant among Rhododendrons and other acidic loving plants. It can grow in full sun or shade and produces better blossom in a well lit planting location. Water regularly during dry periods and mulch in winter. Plant Strengths: Ideal for fast growing screening; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest. Design & Plant Use for Kalmia latifolia: Tall summer flowering shrub suitable for back of border planting Evergreen shrub suitable suitable for training up a wall Common Missspellings: Calmia, Kalmea, Calmea If you've enjoyed the FindMePlants website, why don't you help make it better and buy the FMP boys a cuppa?

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