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Kalmias
Kalmias are a medium sized evergreen shrub from south-eastern USA and Asian mountains where they typically grow under the canopy of tall trees.
They are an under used shrub which start flowering at the end of May going on well into June extending the flowering season of most gardens.
Kalmia’s come in a variety of colours from red to pink through to burgundy and out to white, with many two-tone options.
Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Fire'
Rich red buds opening to soft pink almost white octagonal flowers in late May early June. This variety has a slightly more upright habit than some. The new foliage is a glossy green with a slight wave to the edge of the leaves.
Kalmias are a medium sized evergreen shrub from south-eastern USA and Asian mountains where they typically grow under the canopy of tall trees. They are an under used shrub...
Kalmia latifolia 'Ostbo Red'
Bright red buds opening to soft pink octagonal flowers in late May early June. The foliage can be interesting as it tends to have a wavy edge and can even appear to look twisted. A slightly lower growing plant at approximately 100cm x 100cm in 10 years.
Kalmias are a medium sized evergreen shrub from south-eastern USA and Asian mountains where they typically grow under the canopy of tall trees. They...