Lagerstroemia Catawba 2 Gal

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Crepe (Crape) Myrtle · Item # 265

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This mildew resistant Crepe Myrtle blooms later than others but come midsummer, itโ€™s packed tight with huge dark violet blooms till mid fall when itโ€™s foliage turns a vibrant bronzy red-orange. A more upright shrub. Use in informal hedges, as a low screen, as a small specimen. Great showy shrub for smaller yards, and patio areas. A long blooming shrub for sunny borders and south facing foundations. Use in informal hedges, as a low screen, as a small specimen.

Deer Resistant. Attract pollinators.

Full Sun. Average, moist, rich, well-draining soil. Zones 6-10. Because out winters are on the colder end of it's tolerable range for this Crepe Myrtle, some winter dieback may occur. 

Prune to 3-7 main trunks in late winter-early spring and remove suckers from older trees. 



Light Requirement: Sun
Evergreen: No
Mature Height: 13-15 ft
Mature Width: 12-14 ft
Season of Interest: Summer, Fall
Native: No
Soil Condition: Average
Bloom: Yes
Bloom Color: Violet
Bloom Fragrance: Mild
Attracts Pollinators: Yes