Crape Myrtle – Lagerstroemia Sp.

Crape Myrtles bring Summer color with beautiful flowers. They love our heat, our poor soil, are drought tolerant, and are smaller trees which makes them perfect for planting closer to your home or concrete. 

All pricing can change based on availability and time of year. 

Pricing: 
1 gallon – $10
5 gallon – $35
15 gallon – $70
24″ box – $200

Details and Care Information:

Sunset Zones:  7-10, 12-14 and 18-21; H1, H2
USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Sun Exposure: Full Sun 
Soil: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Drought Tolerance: Drought Tolerant
Growth Rate: 24” per year
Growth Habit: Oval, Rounded, Umbrella or Vase Shape
Height: 25’
Width: 25’
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Longevity: 50 to 150 years
Litter Issue: Seeds
Pests and Diseases: Resistant to Texas Root Rot. Susceptible to Aphids, Powdery Mildew and Sooty Mold.
Branch Strength: Medium
Root Damage Potential: Very Low
Suckering Potential: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate for Inland locations
Special Care:  
Pruning Advice:  Pruning off the end of the flowering branches once the flowers and seeds are spent will help to maintain a clean look for the tree. 
Watering Advice: How to Water Your Plants
Staking: Single trunk trees will require staking until the trunk is thick enough to support to top heavy growth. 
Fertilizer: Do not fertilize in the Summer. 

Additional Photos: Nate’s Nursery Pinterest – Crepe Myrtle

Colors:
  Light Pink
 ⬤ Pink (AKA Watermelon)
 ⬤ Red Dynamite
 ⬤ Lavender 
 ⬤ White

Crape Myrtle – Lagerstroemia Sp.