Deciduous Tree – Muskogee Crape Myrtle

Muskogee Crape Myrtle 

Botanical name: lagerstroemia indica x fauriei ‘muskogee’

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: can reach over 20 ft in height with with a spread of up to 30 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 7-10

Growth rate: can grow 3-5 ft per year 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: purple

Bloom time:  summer-fall 

Pruning instructions: prune in the spring to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings 

Landscape use: driveways, focal point

Special features: disease resistant, deer resistant, long blooming periods, unique colored foliage, drought tolerant

Light needs: at least 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 rose fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil: adaptable to most soil types 

Companion plants: pinnacle hydrangea, spirea, arizona cypress, coneflower

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no