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Lagerstroemia indica 'Monhid' (Petite Orchid)

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 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 'Monhid' (Petite Orchid) (dwarf crapemyrtle) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and dark pink blooms during mid-summer to early fall. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Lagerstroemia indica 'Monhid' (Petite Orchid) (dwarf crapemyrtle) has multi-coloured and spotted and exfoliating bark.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge and foundation.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Lagerstroemia indica 'Monhid' (Petite Orchid) . Lagerstroemia indica 'Monhid' (Petite Orchid) is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions The growth rate of Lagerstroemia indica 'Monhid' (Petite Orchid) (dwarf crapemyrtle) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.