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Lagerstroemia indica (Crape Myrtle)

Lagerstroemia indica
Crape Myrtle

A versatile and showy deciduous tree or shrub, Lagerstroemia indica, commonly known as Crape Myrtle, is celebrated for its long-lasting summer blooms, stunning fall color, and smooth, peeling bark. Known as the "tree of 100 days" for its prolonged flowering period, Crape Myrtle comes in a variety of sizes and flower colors, making it a popular choice for gardens, streetscapes, and landscapes.

Plant Type Tree
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Needs Low, Average
Hardiness Zone Zone 7 (0° F)
Flower Color Red, Purple, White, Pink, Lavender
Flower Season Summer
Growth Rate Moderate
Height 10-30 ft
Spread 6-15 ft
Spacing 10 ft
Characteristics Showy
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Pollinators
Maintenance Low
Garden Uses Specimen
Tolerance Clay Soil, Cold, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Frost, Heat, Rabbit, Rocky Soil, Salt
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
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