crape myrtle
Lagerstroemia 'Pixie White'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Water Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia 'Pixie White') deeply and thoroughly once every 7 to 10 days, or when the top 2 inches of soil is dry. Water in the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Do not over-water the plant as this can cause root rot. Mulching around the base of the tree to help slow the evaporation of water.
sunlight
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia 'Pixie White') requires at least 8 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth. It should be planted in a sunny location where it can be exposed to morning sunlight, as well as direct sunlight during the day. The best times for it to receive full sunlight is between 8:00am to 4:00pm each day. Too much direct sunlight exposure on this plant species may burn its leaves.
pruning
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia 'Pixie White') should be pruned annually in late winter before new growth begins or immediately after the plant finishes blooming in spring. The amount of Pruning will depend on the size of the plant. Young plants will require little pruning, while older plants may require more. Heading back any overlong branches will improve the overall shape and density of the plant. Dead or damaged branches should also be removed at this time. Pruning should be done to create an open, airy structure and remove any crossing branches. Pruning can also help increase the amount of flowering by cutting off any dead blooms. It is important to avoid pruning too severely as this can damage the plant and reduce flowering in the coming season.
