Lagerstroemia indica (Crape Myrtle) - Image 16

Botanical name: Lagerstroemia indica

Common names: Crape Myrtle, Crepe Myrtle

Family: Lythraceae

Origin: Australia, Asia, Pacific

Hardiness: 5°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyRed, crimson, vinous flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Lagerstroemia indica (Crape Myrtle) red flower close up with green leaves attached to stem.
Lagerstroemia indica (Crape Myrtle) red flower cluster with oval green foliage on thin woody stems.


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