Attractive Flower Clusters
Produces abundant clusters of delicate flowers that add seasonal color to outdoor landscapes.
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Ornamental Crepe Myrtle is a popular flowering tree or shrub admired for its colorful summer blooms, attractive foliage, and distinctive peeling bark. It produces clusters of delicate flowers in shades that vary by variety, making it a beautiful choice for gardens, landscape borders, and outdoor decorative spaces. Crepe Myrtle grows best in sunny locations with well-drained soil and warm growing conditions.
Produces abundant clusters of delicate flowers that add seasonal color to outdoor landscapes.
Develops distinctive peeling bark that provides visual interest throughout the year.
Flowers during the warmer months, creating an attractive display in sunny garden spaces.
Suitable for garden borders, open lawns, landscape beds, and selected container plantings.
| Scientific Name | Lagerstroemia indica |
| Common Name | Crepe Myrtle; Crape Myrtle; Ornamental Crepe Myrtle |
| Plant Family | Lythraceae |
| Seed Type | Ornamental Flowering Tree Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Deciduous flowering shrub or small tree |
| Flower Color | Varies by variety; pink, purple, red, and white |
| Blooming Season | Summer to early fall |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Typically Zones 6–9, depending on cultivar |
| Planting Season | Spring, after severe frost risk has passed |
| Growing Season | Spring through early fall |
| Sowing Method | Indoor seed starting or direct sowing in suitable conditions |
| Germination Time | Approximately 2–4 weeks under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 70–75°F (21–24°C) |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained, moderately fertile soil |
| Watering Needs | Regular watering during establishment; moderate watering once established |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 10–25 feet tall, depending on variety |
| Plant Spacing | Allow approximately 8–15 feet, depending on mature variety size |
| Propagation | Seeds and vegetative cuttings |
Ornamental Crepe Myrtle adds seasonal beauty to gardens with its colorful flower clusters, attractive foliage, and distinctive bark. With full sunlight, suitable soil, and consistent care during establishment, it can develop into an attractive flowering feature for outdoor landscapes.
Explore useful information about Crepe Myrtle seed germination, flowering, and landscape growing.
Crepe Myrtle seeds may germinate within approximately 2–4 weeks under suitable warm conditions. Seed-grown plants generally require several years to develop into mature flowering shrubs or trees.
Crepe Myrtle flowers are available in several colors, including pink, purple, red, lavender, and white. The flower color depends on the species and variety grown from the seeds.
Yes. Crepe Myrtle generally performs best in full sun, preferably receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Adequate sunlight encourages healthy growth and abundant summer flowering.