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Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Wedding'

Also Known As

  • Olympic Wedding Mountain Laurel

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Wedding' plant details

Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Wedding' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink 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 'Olympic Wedding'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Wedding'

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

Pretty in flower (white-to-pink intricately marked with maroon) and handsome in foliage (red new growth maturing to dark green), these nicely-branched 6' shrubs will be a hit. PSh/Med-not dry/GdDrain PPatentAF
The pink buds open to reveal flowers bearing an intricate, interrupted maroon band. New growth is red, turning dark green as it matures. Plants are well-branched.

Gardening facts about Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Wedding' plant

How to Grow Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Wedding'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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