Lagerstroemia indica (Varieties) |
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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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Attractivebark, Fallcolor, Multitrunk, Showyflower, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Parkingstrip, Patio, Streettree, Wallsfences
Special Uses
Massplanting, Fireresistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.
