Lagerstroemia indica (Varieties)
Crape Myrtle, General Varieties
Description
This is one of the longest blooming varieties of trees, which could be 2-4 months long. Flowers usually appear in the summer and could be red, rose, pink, purple, or white. Depending on the variety, Crape Myrtle can be a spreading shrub or upright tree. Some varieties are fast growing. Some species have exfoliating bark that exposes a lovely cinnamon or gray colored bark. It does not like Coastal foggy locations, it can get mildew. It is better for inland hot locations.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Lavender, Pink, Purple, Red, White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.