Showy clusters of red buds open to light pink flowers on a dense rounded form. Makes an exceptionally sturdy plant. Useful in borders, woodland gardens and hedges. Good in containers. Evergreen. North American Native. Botanical Name- Kalmia latifolia ‘Olympic Fire’ Pronunciation- KAL-mee-uh lat-ih-FOH-lee-uh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 6 ft Sun Exposure- Part sun Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained, acidic soil, enriched with peat moss Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Deep pink Bloom Time- Late spring Companion Plants- Dwarf Fothergilla – acidic soil, bright spring blooms Fauna Attracted- Bees, some butterflies (note: toxic to mammals if consumed) Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune after flowering; keep soil acidic and consistently moist, fertilize lightly in spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to remove spent blooms and shape. Fertilization Instructions- Use an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil with compost or pine bark to maintain acidity and drainage. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Lace bugs, leaf spot
