Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Fire'

Mountain Laurel

The red buds of 'Olympic Fire' Mountain Laurel open to pink ballet skirt-like flowers in June, over good dark evergreen foliage. Kalmia latifolia 'Olympic Fire' was introduced by Melrose Nursery of Washington State.

Height

8 Feet

Spread

5 Feet

Bloom Color

Pink

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Cut Flower
•	Deer Resistant
•	Evergreen
•	Full Shade
•	Native

Soil Conditions

•

Average

Bloom Time

•	Spring
•	Summer

Exposure

•	Full Shade
•	Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
•	Sun

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Pollinators

Tolerance

•	Dry Shade Tolerant

Foliage Color

•

Green

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