Are you growing kalmia in Minnesota, but don’t know when they’ll bloom?
Getting your Kalmia to bloom is not as easy as it seems.
Here’s why:
- Kalmia have a small window when they bloom and still look great.
So if they bloom too early they may die or not last as long. And if they bloom too late they may have small blooms that don’t last long.
Today, I’m going to teach you the ideal time for kalmia to bloom in Minnesota:
- To Learn More About HOW to Grow Kalmia, Check Out This GUIDE!
When Do Kalmia Bloom in Minnesota?
As you may have already guessed, there are two main factors that determine when Kalmia will bloom: where your Kalmia are planted & weather (time).
Bloom Time Depends on Where Your Kalmia Are Planted!!!
When your Kalmia will bloom will depend on exactly where it is planted in your yard or garden
In general, expect the following:
- If a kalmia is planted in an area of your yard that receives full sun it will bloom around the same time every year or up to two weeks early due to warm weather and extra sunlight.
- If a kalmia is planted in an area of your yard that received partial sun it will bloom around the same time every year.
- If a kalmia is planted in an area of your yard that receives shade and is not protected from wind or rain it will bloom anywhere from 1 to 3 weeks later than its average time.
Minnesota Last & First Frost Dates
For your reference, I have created this table for average frost dates for most major cities in Minnesota. If your city is not listed below you can find its Last & First Frost Dates HERE.
Bloom Time Depends on the weather!
In general, kalmia will bloom:
- 1 to 2 years after starting kalmia from seed
- 1 years after planting kalmia in your yard
If you want to learn WHEN ANY Flower will bloom in Minnesota, head over to HERE and just type in the flower you want to grow.
