Deciduous Trees (Flowering)- ‘Coral Magic’ Crape Myrtle

Botanical name: lagerstroemia ‘coral magic’

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 8-10 ft in height and width

Bloom time: summer/fall

Hardy zone: zones 7-9

Flower color: coral

Foliage color: red/purple/green

Growth rate: grows half a foot – a foot per year

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain shape and size in the winter during dormancy

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: focal point

Light needs: 6-8 hours of sun per day

Special features: can rebloom if deadheaded attentively

Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : fertilize with 8-8-8 or 10-10-10 in the early spring

Best time to plant: late fall or early spring

Best type of soil: adapts to all kinds of soil

Companion plants: coneflower, salvia, azaleas

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets

Invasive species: yes