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Lagerstroemia indica 'Low Flame'

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 3 m (5 - 10 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 2.4 m (5 - 8 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 'Low Flame' (crapemyrtle) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright red blossoms during early summer to early autumn. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Lagerstroemia indica 'Low Flame' (crapemyrtle) has multi-coloured and spotted and exfoliating bark.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation and screening.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. Lagerstroemia indica 'Low Flame' tolerates drought and pollution.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Lagerstroemia indica 'Low Flame' (crapemyrtle) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.