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Lagerstroemia indica 'Monimp' (Petite Red Imp)

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 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 'Monimp' (Petite Red Imp) (dwarf crapemyrtle) produces showy, bright red 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 multi-coloured and spotted and smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge and foundation.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Lagerstroemia indica 'Monimp' (Petite Red Imp) tolerates drought, compacted soil and pollution. This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Lagerstroemia indica 'Monimp' (Petite Red Imp) (dwarf crapemyrtle) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.