Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra'

Europe to North America.

Sheep laurel 'Rubra' is an upright, bushy and broad-growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.6 - 1 m and is approx. 0.6 - 1.2 m wide.

The evergreen leaves of the Sheep laurel 'Rubra's are dark green, lanceolate, alternate. They are about 4 - 6 cm in size.

The purple-red, cupped flowers appear from June to July.

Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra' is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched, runner-forming roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Sheep laurel 'Rubra' has good frost hardiness.

Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra' thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

Solitary, group planting, ornamental shrub, heather garden, bog bed

Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- This plant should only be watered with lime-free water. Rainwater is particularly suitable for this purpose.
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).