Lagerstroemia

fauriei x indica Zuni

Crepe Myrtle

FEATURES:

A semi-dwarf selection, making it an ideal plant for below verandah roofs or under power lines. Lavender flowers are borne on long panicles in mid-Summer. The autumn foliage colour is a glowing dark red and the bark is pale taupe coloured.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:

4 metres x 3 metres

SHAPE:

Vase Shaped

FOLIAGE:

Autumn foliage is a glowing dark red.

FLOWERS:

Lavender flowers are borne on long panicles in mid Summer.

COMMENTS:

Prefers well drained rich soil in a sunny position. Pruning is recommended to develop strong growth.

TREE CARE:

Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.