Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica

Long-blooming summer tree with colorful, crinkled flowers and attractive bark.

Quick Facts

Sun:☀️ Full Sun

Water:💧 Low

USDA Zones:Zones 6–10

Space:🌱 Small Bed, 🏡 Large Garden

Soil:Loam, Clay, Sandy

Best Season(s):Spring

Experience Level:🌱 Beginner

Native Range:China & Korea

Bloom Color:Pink, red, purple, white

Bloom Cycle:Midsummer through fall, one of the longest bloom windows of any flowering tree

Do not over-prune ("crape murder"). Thin crossing branches in late winter.

Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Informational only — always check with a veterinarian if you suspect your pet has eaten something it shouldn't have.

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