Kalmia l Olympic Fire #3
Kalmia l Olympic Fire #3
Olympic Fire Mountain-Laurel
Showy flowers
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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. North American Native.
Botanical Name- Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Fire'
Pronunciation- KAL-mee-uh lat-ih-FOH-lee-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 6 ft
Mature Height- 6 ft
Sun Exposure- Part sun
Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained, acidic soil, enriched with peat moss
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- Deep pink
Bloom Time- Late spring
Companion Plants- Fothergilla gardenii (acidic soil, bright spring blooms)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, some butterflies (note: toxic to mammals if consumed)
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune after flowering; keep soil acidic and consistently moist, fertilize lightly in spring.
Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to remove spent blooms and shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Use an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil with compost or pine bark to maintain acidity and drainage.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone
Possible Issues- Lace bugs, leaf spot
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