Lagerstroemia Crimson Red PVR

$22.99

Lagerstroemia indica ‘Crimson Red’ (Crepe Myrtle)

‘Diamonds in the Dark’ is an exciting collection of Crepe Myrtle featuring stunning, near-black foliage which unfolds in early spring. ‘Crimson Red’ has dazzling, magenta-red blooms that sparkle like jewels against the dark foliage. ‘Crimson Red’ flowers from late spring through autumn. This small, compact, deciduous tree is a show-stopper in all sized gardens, planted on it’s own or in a row as a boundary hedge. Grows approximately 3m high x 2.5m wide.

Grows best in full sun. Water regularly while young. Drought hardy once established. Coastal tolerant. Frost hardy. Protect from harsh winds. Prune in late winter while still deciduous. Fertilise in late winter.

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Sunlight:Full sun
Temperature:Low, frost hardy
Wind:Indifferent to most wind except stormy conditions, Tolerant of coastal (salt) exposure
Moisture:Grows in average garden conditions
Texture:Average garden conditions
Height:3m
Width:2.5m
SKU: LAG CRI 2.5 Categories: , ,

Description

Lagerstroemia indica ‘Crimson Red’ (Crepe Myrtle)

‘Diamonds in the Dark’ is an exciting collection of Crepe Myrtle featuring stunning, near-black foliage which unfolds in early spring. ‘Crimson Red’ has dazzling, magenta-red blooms that sparkle like jewels against the dark foliage. ‘Crimson Red’ flowers from late spring through autumn. This small, compact, deciduous tree is a show-stopper in all sized gardens, planted on it’s own or in a row as a boundary hedge. Grows approximately 3m high x 2.5m wide.

Grows best in full sun. Water regularly while young. Drought hardy once established. Coastal tolerant. Frost hardy. Protect from harsh winds. Prune in late winter while still deciduous. Fertilise in late winter.