There are two commonly grown species of Crepe
Myrtle, the Common Crepe Myrtle also spelled Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) and the Japanese
Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia fauriei).
Crepe Myrtle is native to Asia, India, and Australia. Crepe Myrtles are small
to large shrubs or small trees grown mostly for their showy summer flowers. Many
varieties are typically multi-trunked unless pruned into single trunk. Some
varieties also produce great fall color and have an exfoliating bark characteristic
(similar to Sycamore trees) that provides winter interest. The common name of this plant is Crepe Myrtle because the flowers have crinkly petals that resemble the crepe
paper.
or near walls or in borders.
The smaller varieties are ideal for planting
close to the house
pink,
and red.
Crepe Myrtles are best grown in full sun and
well drained soils with regular water.
Flowering may be reduced if planted in areas
with substantial shade. Crepe Myrtles (Lagerstroemia indica, Lagerstroemia fauriei) are hardy to USDA zone 7 and 6 respectively and may
show damage if the winter is unusually cold. Crepe Myrtles are not poisonous,
so they will not harm your pets.
Contact Trees That Please Nursery for more
information about varieties and pricing.
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