Crape myrtles typically begin flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
crape myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora'
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora') is an ornamental flowering shrub, indigenous to South Asia and Australia. It is a showy plant with cascading branches and bright pink blooms. It is fast-growing, drought tolerant and prefers full sun exposure. The dense foliage and branches provide attractive privacy and shade when planted in hedges and screens. In summer, an abundance of pink flowers adorn the foliage. In winter, crape myrtle’s cinnamon-barked stems stand starkly against the sky, making it an attractive garden highlight all year round.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
Pinkish coral Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora') should be watered deeply once a week or every 5 to 10 days, depending on your local weather conditions. In hot, dry climates, you may need to water a bit more frequently. Make sure to water the entire root zone, saturating the soil down to 6 to 8 inches deep. To ensure proper drainage, avoid overwatering. Don’t water your plant too late in the day to avoid leaving excess moisture on its leaves overnight. Wilting leaves suggest the Crape Myrtle needs more water.
sunlight
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora') is a deciduous shrub or small tree, and it prefers plenty of sunlight. This species needs full sun exposure 5 to 6 hours a day, preferably during the morning hours. During the summer, when temperatures are warm and the sun is at its high peak, provide it with morning sun and light shade in the afternoon. In winter, however, crape myrtle needs more sun than during the hotter months. If it is located in an area with a lot of shade, it might not perform in its best form.
pruning
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora') should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before the new growth begins. Pruning crape myrtles should be light and never too severe, as it can cause the plant to look unsightly and stunt its growth. Generally, only 1/3 of the previous season’s growth should be removed, and it should be removed from the tips of the branches, not straight across. Pruning will also help to promote blooms; however, if the plant is over grown, it is best to cut back the branches, by a few feet, over 2 to 3 years.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Crape myrtles typically begin flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
