Lagerstroemia Rikki Tikki® Rouge (Crape Myrtle)
Rikki Tikki® Rouge Lagerstroemia, Crape Myrtle Rikki Tikki® Rouge, Crapemyrtle Rikki Tikki® Rouge, Lagerstroemia indica 'SMNLIMG' USPPAF
Adding color from spring through fall, Lagerstroemia Rikki Tikki® Rouge (Crape Myrtle) is an upright, rounded, deciduous shrub with abundant clusters of crinkly, brilliant cherry-red blooms at its branch tips in midsummer to early fall. They stand out against the foliage of silvery green leaves, which emerge deep burgundy-purple in the spring. When not in bloom, the foliage is handsome in its own right. Highly resistant to leaf spot and powdery mildew, this dwarf crape myrtle can be used as a low hedge or specimen, or mixed with colorful perennials. Perfect for small gardens.
- Grows up to 3-5 ft. tall and wide (90-150 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).
- Good disease and pest resistance. Crape myrtles are not usually browsed by deer.
- Perfect as a specimen plant or for foundation plantings. Great for patio containers. Effective as a screen or informal hedge in mild winter areas.
- During the growing season, clip off spent flowers to promote a second, lighter bloom.
- Crape myrtles bloom on new wood and should be pruned in winter or early spring. Remove dead branches any time.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Lagerstroemia - Crape Myrtles |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm) |
Spread | 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 60" (90cm – 150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer, Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
Courtesy of Proven Winners - www.provenwinners.com, Spring Meadow Nursery
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Lagerstroemia - Crape Myrtles |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm) |
Spread | 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 60" (90cm – 150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer, Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |