- Lagerstroemia crape myrtle
Botanical name: Lagerstroemia Indica
Beginner friendly?: no
Average size at maturity: reaches up to 30 ft tall and 10-15 ft wide
Bloom time: summer
Hardy zone: zones 9 and 10
Flower color: pink/red
Foliage color: green/yellow
Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year
Pruning instructions: prune in the early spring to break dormancy to maintain desired size and shape
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: great for a pollinator garden
Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: multi-trunked
Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use 8-8-8 or 13-13-13 in the early spring before new growth emerges
Best time to plant: spring or fall
Best type of soil: loam and sand
Companion plants: coral bells, coneflowers, azaleas
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: yes
