Trailing azalea
Kalmia spp.
Also known as
Alpine azalea
Kalmia latifolia - Mountain Laurel 2 by Fritzflohrreynolds (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
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Trailing azalea Overview
Kalmia is a genus containing around 11 species of evergreen shrubs in the Ericaceae family. They originate from Eastern North America and Cuba where they are found in regions with acid soil, some species native to boggy areas and others from dry sandy habitats. Several species are cultivated for their attractive Rhododendron-like umbels of bowl-shaped flowers in shades of purple, pink and white. These plants are toxic and should be grown away from grazing livestock.
How to propagate Trailing azalea
Seed
Propagation is by seed in the spring.
Cuttings
Softwood or semi-ripe cuttings in the summer.
Special features of Trailing azalea
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Trailing azalea
Grown for its flowers. Ideal for ground cover.