Lagerstroemia Dynamite® (Crape Myrtle)

Noted for its true red blossoms, Lagerstroemia Dynamite® (Crape Myrtle) is a splendid, upright, deciduous tree with a profusion of large clusters, up to 14 in. long (35 cm), packed with crinkly, cherry red flowers at its branch tips. Blooming from midsummer to early fall in an explosion of red flowers smothering the foliage, it creates a remarkable display in the landscape. The foliage emerges crimson in spring, gradually matures to dark green, and turns orange and red shades in the fall before dropping – revealing the unique, smooth bark. This crape myrtle enjoys good disease resistance and adds great ornamental value across the seasons. It makes a striking specimen plant.

• Grows up to 20-25 ft. tall (600-750 cm) and 10-20 ft. wide (300-600 cm).
• A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought and heat tolerant. Water regularly until established. To help crape myrtles retain water, mulch with organic matter 2-3 in. deep (5-7 cm).
• Deer do not usually browse crape myrtles.
• Perfect as a specimen plant or for foundation plantings.
• Crape myrtles bloom on new wood and should be pruned in winter or early spring. Remove dead branches at any time.
• Lagerstroemia indica species is native to Temperate and Tropical Asia. It has been widely cultivated as an ornamental and has become naturalized in Europe, America, and the Caribbean.