Lagerstroemia indica |
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Crape Myrtle |
The new leaves of this species are 2" long, bright green, and tinged with bronze. Its fall color is affected by the weather. While it has a bare outline, its rounded seed capsules add interest. Its delicate flowers bloom in 6"-12" long clusters. The colors of its flowers are shades of red, rose, pink, purple, and white. It does not like Coastal foggy locations, it can get mildew. It is better for inland hot locations.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender, Pink, Purple, Red, White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.