Deciduous Shrub – ‘Princess Holly Ann’ Crape Myrtle

‘Princess Holly Ann’ Crape Myrtle 

Botanical name: lagerstroemia x ‘princess holly ann’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 4 ft in height with a spread of up to 3 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 6-9 

Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year 

Foliage color: green/red-purple, orange/yellow

Flower color: pink/red 

Bloom time:  summer, fall 

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain desired shape and size during the end of dormancy in the late winter/early spring 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the summer season 

Landscape use: foundation planting, borders, mass planting, flower gardens 

Special features: re-bloomer, fragrant blooms, drought tolerant, dwarf shrub 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring before new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil: adaptable to most types of soil 

Companion plants: sage, boxwoods, coneflower 

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no