Crapemyrtle Lagerstroemia indica
THE CRAPEMYRTLE IS RENOWNED for its crinkly, colorful flowers. It also boasts beautiful bark, fast growth, and a tolerance of many soil conditions — making it a popular street tree across warmer regions of the United States.
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Though it is best suited for southern climates, there have been countless cultivars introduced over the years, allowing some varieties to thrive in colder locations.
LEAVES: Dark green and ovalshaped, turning vibrant shades of red, orange, or yellow in the fall. FLOWERS: Wrinkled like crepe
paper, appearing in various shades of pink.
FRUIT: Small, brown capsules
that appear after flowers are done blooming.
BARK: Smooth and gray, peeling away in winter to expose different shades underneath.
WILDLIFE VALUE: Supports
pollinators like bees and birds with its colorful blooms and winter fruit.
GROWTH RATE: Fast, with height increases of more than 24" per year.
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FORM: Small, reaching 15' to 25' tall with a 6' to 15' spread. Grows in a vase shape.
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PLANTING: Requires full sun and warm weather. Can tolerate drought once established, but needs plenty of moisture while young. Suitable for hardiness zones 6 to 9.
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