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Lagerstroemia indica 'Monkie' (Petite Pinkie)

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 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 'Monkie' (Petite Pinkie) (dwarf crapemyrtle) produces showy and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-summer to early fall. This plant is rounded in form and has glossy and medium textured foliage. The bark is multi-coloured and spotted and exfoliating in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge and foundation.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Lagerstroemia indica 'Monkie' (Petite Pinkie) . Lagerstroemia indica 'Monkie' (Petite Pinkie) is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Lagerstroemia indica 'Monkie' (Petite Pinkie) (dwarf crapemyrtle) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.