Outstanding for an area close to the patio or outdoor living area and best planted in a protected spot in the landscape. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Pink Velour®'
Crapemyrtle
Tips for Homeowners:
Blooms on new wood and grows quite nice without pruning. Irrigate regularly and at the base of the shrub, not overhead. Fertilize in the spring.
Rate this Plant:
A shrub or tree, this beauty will stand out for its attractive bark, its fall color and especially for its long-lasting pink flowers.
- Vibrant pink flowers
- Burgundy new growth turns purple/green
- Highly resistant to powdery mildew
Height: 8-10 ft
Spread: 8-10 ft
Zone: 7-9
Color: Pink
Interesting Notes about Crapemyrtle:
In colder areas the above ground growth will not survive the winter and new shoots will emerge from the roots in the spring.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Drought Tolerant
- Low Maintenance
- Specimen
- Mass Planting
- Fall Color
- Great Foliage
- Long Blooming
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Burgundy
- Purple
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained