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Kalmia latifolia 'Heart of Fire'
Also Known As
- Heart of Fire Mountain Laurel
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'
- W: 54"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Kalmia latifolia 'Heart of Fire' plant details
Kalmia latifolia 'Heart of Fire' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kalmia latifolia 'Heart of Fire'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 54 IN wide, 4 FT tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalmia latifolia 'Heart of Fire'
- 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
Red buds open dark pink. An 'Ostbo Red' seedling selection.
A vigorous grower (perhaps less temperamental than some), the flowers of this lovely EG shrub begin as red buds ; open as deep-pink flowers.PSh/Med (not dry)/GDr/acid
By: Forestfarm
This variety has red buds that open to deep pink flowers. It was selected from an 'Ostbo Red' seedling. Grows 4-5'.
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Red buds open to large pink flowers with darker edges.
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Gardening facts about Kalmia latifolia 'Heart of Fire' plant
How to Grow Kalmia latifolia 'Heart of Fire'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- birds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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