Crape Myrtle

Description
Botanical Name: 
Lagerstroemia

A lovely small tree native to Asia.  Attractive all year with showy summer blooms, interesting bark, and brilliant autumn color.  Leaves are opposite or alternate or in whorls of 3, simple, 1" to 2 3/4" long, 3/4" to 1 1/2" wide, elliptic, or obovate to oblong.  Grown as shrubs or trained as small trees.  Many varieties are available from dwarf to standard sizes. Blossom colors are available in  white, pink, lavender, or shades of red.  Needs regular, deep watering in summer heat.

Plant Characteristics
Plant Category: 
Trees-Shade & Ornamental
Name: 
Crape Myrtle
Plant Type: 
Deciduous
Flower: 
White, pink, lavender, or red in summer
Mature Size: 
15' tall x 10' wide.
Water: 
Moderate; once established. Regular deep watering in summer heat.
Exposure:: 
Full sun
Spacing: 
5'
Soil Type: 
Clay; loam; sand; acidic; slightly alkaline; well drained
Planting Time: 
Any season
Comments
Comments: 

Beautiful blooms in summer with nice autumn color.  Best as a multi-trunk tree or shrub.