Crape myrtles typically begin flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
crape myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit III' PINK VELOUR
Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit III' Pink Velour) is a small, deciduous tree with bright pink, frilly trumpet-shaped flowers in summer. It's rounded form is composed of arching branches that produce showy clusters of blooms. The foliage is glossy and dark green and it's bark is an attractive bronzy-reddish color. In the fall, the foliage acquires interesting hues of red, yellow, and orange before dropping. This Crape Myrtle is easy to maintain and drought 3 tolerant once established. It grows best in full to partial sun and can reach a height of 7-10ft tall and 5-8ft wide. 'Pink Velour' is fast-growing and easy-going, making it a great addition to the landscape.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
Magenta pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
pink
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Crape myrtles should be watered about once a week, depending on the climate and soil moisture availability. If the soil is very dry, you may need to water twice a week. You will know it needs more water if the leaves start to look wilted. When watering, make sure to soak the soil deeply to a depth of at least 8 inches. This is especially important during hot summer months. If possible, water your crape myrtle early in the morning to give the plant time to dry before temperatures increase. Do not excessively water as this will drown the roots and could lead to plant disease.
sunlight
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit III' PINK VELOUR) requires full sun for optimal growth and bloom. This plant species prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day and thrives best in temperatures that range from 70°F to 82°F (21°C to 28°C). It also benefits from additional light during the summer months for optimum flowering.
pruning
Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica ‘Whit III’ PINK VELOUR) should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should aim to remove dead, diseased, weak, or crossed branches, as well as maintain a desired shape. Generally speaking, this species will tolerate heavy pruning. Pruning should focus on removing damaged branches at least 3-6 inches beyond the point of damage. Avoid shearing or sculpting the plant too heavily, as this can result in over-thinning and an unappealing growth pattern.
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.
