- Miss frances crape myrtle
Botanical name: lagerstoemia indica ‘miss frances’
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: 6-10 ft in height and up to 8 ft in width
Bloom time: summer
Hardy zone: zones 7-9
Flower color: red
Foliage color: green
Growth rate: can grow 2-3 ft per year
Pruning instructions: remove dead or broken branches and trim to maintain desired shape and size in the late winter while the plant is in dormancy
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: large border tree or hedge
Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: attracts pollinators
Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use 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: viburnum, roses, hosta
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: yes
