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Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Filli'

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Filli' (crapemyrtle) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright red blooms during mid summer to early autumn. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Filli' (crapemyrtle) has showy, multi-coloured and spotted and exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Filli' (crapemyrtle) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Filli' . Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Filli' is tolerant of drought.