Kalmia latifolia 'Ostbo Red' (Ostbo Red Kalmia latifolia)


Botanical Information

FamilyEricaceae
GenusKalmia
Specieslatifolia
Cultivar'Ostbo Red'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height120 - 180 cm
Spread120 - 180 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMay, June

Description and Growing Information

CultivationBest grown in moist, well-drained, acidic soils in part shade.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower DescriptionPink flowers.

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