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Kalmia latifolia 'Kaleidoscope'
Also Known As
- Kaleidoscope Calico Bush
- Kaleidoscope Mountain Laurel
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 5'
- W: 5'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Kalmia latifolia 'Kaleidoscope' plant details
Kalmia latifolia 'Kaleidoscope' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink, red and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalmia latifolia 'Kaleidoscope'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
- Flowers: pink, red and white blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, showy, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalmia latifolia 'Kaleidoscope'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Another great Mountain Laurel introduction. Raspberry-red buds open cinnamon-red with a very distinct white band. 5-6 foot shrub. Grow in filtered to full sun in moist, well-drained soils.
USDA Zone: 4-8
Bright cinnamon-red, with a whiter center, and white edging give this one a bicolor effect. Grows to 5'.
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Mahogany-red interior band.
Raspberry red buds open to rich cinnamon-red flowers with a white edge. Similar to 'Hearts Desire' but larger. 5' x 4 1/2'.
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Gardening facts about Kalmia latifolia 'Kaleidoscope' plant
How to Grow Kalmia latifolia 'Kaleidoscope'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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