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Lagerstroemia 'Lipan'

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 4.5 - 9 m (15 - 30 ft)
Spread 4.5 - 7.5 m (15 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Lagerstroemia 'Lipan' (crapemyrtle) bears showy, dark pink and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid summer to early fall. This plant is rounded in form and has showy, glossy and medium textured foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is showy, multi-coloured and spotted and exfoliating in texture. Lagerstroemia 'Lipan' (crapemyrtle) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Lagerstroemia 'Lipan' . Lagerstroemia 'Lipan' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Lagerstroemia 'Lipan' (crapemyrtle) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.