Photo of Kalmia Keepsake (Mountain Laurel)

Kalmia latifolia Keepsake This selection was chosen for its deep, raspberry-red buds which open to a nearly solid purple-burgundy flower edged with a thin rim of pure white which sets-off each bloom. The colorful buds extend the showy garden display for at least four weeks, more if the weather is cool. As the flowers fade, lush bronzy-red foliage erupts from the stems and matures to a deep dark, shiny leaf with an interesting bluish sheen. This attractive new foliage is perched on coral red stems. Ericaceae

Author : Millette Réjean D.
Photo # : 12169
Online since: July 12th 2014