Kalmia latifolia 'Red Bandit'

Also Known As

Red Bandit Mountain Laurel

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 3'

planting zones

3b-9b

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Kalmia latifolia 'Red Bandit' plant details

Kalmia latifolia 'Red Bandit' 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 'Red Bandit'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kalmia latifolia 'Red Bandit'

USDA Zones: 3b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large clusters of deep pink flowers strongly edged in maroon make this 4' almost-native shrub a lovely sight in spring; a handsome evergreen backbone shrub all year. S-PSh/M/acid

By: Forestfarm

Dark pink flowers with maroon banding on a well mannered shrub with shiny dark green leaves, 4 feet high x 3 feet wide. Grow in filtered to full sun in evenly moist, well-drained soils. USDA Zone: 5-9