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Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 2.4 - 4.5 m (8 - 15 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 4 m (6 - 12 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba' (crapemyrtle) bears showy, faded purple and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-summer to early fall. This plant is rounded in form and has glossy and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is showy, multi-coloured and spotted and exfoliating in texture. Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba' (crapemyrtle) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, container, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba' tolerates compacted soil and pollution. This shrub attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba' (crapemyrtle) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.