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Lagerstroemia indica 'Rosea'

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Spread 2.7 - 3.5 m (9 - 11 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The shrub Lagerstroemia indica 'Rosea' (crapemyrtle) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blooms during early summer to early autumn. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Lagerstroemia indica 'Rosea' (crapemyrtle) has showy and exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Lagerstroemia indica 'Rosea' (crapemyrtle) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Lagerstroemia indica 'Rosea' . Lagerstroemia indica 'Rosea' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Lagerstroemia indica 'Rosea' (crapemyrtle) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.