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KALMIA angustifolia 'Rubra'
Commonly known as Calico bush, Lamb kill, Sheep laurel
A low growing shrub which spreads into small thickets. Deep green foliage and rosy-red flowers over a long period
£22.50 each
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Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Eastern North America. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenOblong to elliptic, dark-green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long in opposite pairs or whorls.
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Red
Rosy red -
Bowl-shapedOr cup-shaped.
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Mound-forming shrub. Flowers to 1cm (½in) across in clusters 5cm (2in) across.
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
Tolerates hard pruning -
Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus rich. Mulch annually with leaf mould in spring.
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
1.5m (5ft)
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