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Kalmia latifolia 'Raspberry Glow'
A compact spring blooming broadleaf evergreen shrub; burgundy buds produce raspberry pink flowers with splashes of white; must have exacting growing conditions; superbly drained highly acidic and organic soil with a heavy mulch
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Raspberry Glow Mountain Laurel will grow to be about 3 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 3 feet. It has a low canopy. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more. This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. It requires an evenly moist well-drained soil for optimal growth, but will die in standing water. It is very fussy about its soil conditions and must have rich, acidic soils to ensure success, and is subject to chlorosis (yellowing) of the foliage in alkaline soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selection of a native North American species.
Height
3 feet
Width
3 feet
Exposure
full sun to shade
Water Needs
moist
Hardiness
Zone 4b-4b
Growth Rate
slow