Kalmiopsis leachiana
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 12"-15"
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Kalmiopsis leachiana plant details
Kalmiopsis leachiana is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalmiopsis leachiana
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: dwarf, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalmiopsis leachiana
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Quite rare, and endemic in SW Oregon, this lovely little shrub of compact tufted habit with smallglossy leaves and delicate rose-pink ?bell? flowers has had a Wilderness Area named after it. Does best in part shade with excellent drainage. S-PSh/M/GDr
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Kalmiopsis leachiana plant
How to Grow Kalmiopsis leachiana
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Kalmiopsis for your garden
aka Kalmiopsis leachiana 'Le Piniec', Kalmiopsis leachiana 'Umpqua Form'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-2'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
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