- ‘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
