KALMIA latifolia 'Elf'

Pink buds opening to white with hint of pink.

Large

Pot size - 3 - 5 Litre - Click to view photo

Availability Estimated availability autumn 2026 Any time SEPT-DEC

£35.00

Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes

Flowering

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Good to know
Good for pollinators, a dwarf shrub
Pests & Diseases
Generally pest and disease free. Possibly vine weevil and scale insects
Place of origin
South east USA
Resistant to honey fungus
These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Evergreen
White
White flowers from pink buds
Racemes
Border
Cottage garden
Town garden
Woodland garden
Height
1–1.5 metres
Spread
1–1.5 metres
Medium shrub
Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
Pruning group 8
Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Spring Seasonal Interest
Neutral to acid soil
fruits harmful if eaten
Bee friendly