Lagerstroemia indica Crape Myrtle Seed
- Long show of crinkled crepe-paper blooms in pink, lavender, red and white
- Smooth peeling bark and orange fall leaves make striking bonsai and patio specimens
- Shrugs off heat and dry spells once established in sunny yards
- Simple to start from seeds with no pretreatment required
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About Lagerstroemia indica, Crape Myrtle Seed
A Southern summer classic, this flowering favorite is loved for its long show of crinkled, crepe-paper blooms in shades of pink, lavender, red and white. Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) grows into a multi-stemmed shrub or small tree with smooth, peeling bark that adds interest even in winter, and its leaves often turn orange or red in fall. It shrugs off heat and dry spells once established, making it a dependable choice for sunny yards, street plantings and patios.
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Powdery mildew and Cercospora leaf spot can appear in humid, shady sites. Full sun and good air circulation keep problems to a minimum.
Watch for aphids and the resulting sooty mold, plus crape myrtle bark scale, which leaves white felty patches on bark. Japanese beetles may chew leaves in summer.
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