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Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' (Dynamite)

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level medium
Height 1.5 - 6 m (5 - 20 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 5.5 m (5 - 18 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' (Dynamite) (crape myrtle) yields showy, bright red and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This plant is upright and has showy, glossy and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is showy and exfoliating in texture. Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' (Dynamite) (crape myrtle) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, specimen, street planting and screening.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' (Dynamite) tolerates drought, compacted soil and pollution. This deciduous shrub attracts birds to your garden. In the fall, Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' (Dynamite) enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.
Cautions The growth rate of Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' (Dynamite) (crape myrtle) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.