Overview
Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Kalmia, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, low maintenance, flower borders and beds and hedging and screens.
About
Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' is a bushy evergreen shrub cultivar of the genus Kalmia, known for its simple, durable leaves and clusters of bowl-shaped flowers that bloom in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and is suitable for north, south, east, and west-facing aspects, whether exposed or sheltered. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with an acidic pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is well suited for cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, flower borders, beds, hedging, and screens.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Kalmia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, East-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana'
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in midsummer
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana'?
Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' prefers partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' need?
Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' hardy in the UK?
Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Kalmia angustifolia 'Rubra Nana'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in midsummer.
More in the Kalmia genus
- Kalmia latifolia 'Goodrich'
- Kalmia latifolia 'Tiddlywinks'
- Kalmia microphylla
- Kalmia cuneatawhite wicky
- Kalmia procumbens from Japan