Plants in genus lagerstroemia
Lagerstroemia indica 'Sioux'
Lagerstroemia indica 'Sioux' is a striking plant known for its long-lasting pink blooms that can last up to 100 days. This hardy plant thrives in USDA Zones 6 to 9 and is both heat-tolerant and disease-resistant, making it a resilient choice for various climates. Its dark green foliage contrasts beautifully with the peeling bark that transitions from dark brown to beige. This plant is drought-resistant and can adapt to almost any soil type, though it performs best in full sun. It blooms on new growth and is a favorite among pollinators and hummingbirds, adding life and color to any garden.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora'
Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora' is a deciduous shrub known for its hot coral-pink blooms and reddish-tinted stems. It blooms all summer until autumn, attracting pollinators with its crinkly flower clusters. This shrub grows 12-15 feet tall and wide, offering red-orange fall color and exfoliating cinnamon-brown stems, making it a vibrant addition to gardens.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'
Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba' is a crape myrtle with crinkly pinkish-purple blooms and glossy foliage that turns orange-red in fall. It is mildew resistant and can be trained as a single or multi-trunked tree. This plant is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun, making it a versatile choice for various landscapes.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Natchez'
Lagerstroemia indica 'Natchez' is a crape myrtle known for its long summer bloom period and smooth, dark cinnamon brown exfoliating bark. It features glossy, dark green leaves that turn vibrant orange and red in fall, and pure white, soft-textured flowers. This tree is resistant to many pests and diseases, including powdery mildew, and is deer resistant. It grows to a mature height of 25 to 30 feet, with a growth rate of 1 to 2 feet per year, thriving in full sun with moderate to low moisture needs.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Muskogee'
Lagerstroemia indica 'Muskogee' is a fast-growing tree with light lavender pink flowers that bloom for 120 days. Its glossy green leaves turn bright red in fall, and the exfoliating bark adds winter interest. This drought-tolerant tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, reaching up to 30 feet tall.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Pocomoke'
Lagerstroemia indica 'Pocomoke' is a true dwarf crape myrtle with deep rosy pink blooms throughout summer. It grows 3-5 feet tall and wide, with dark green foliage that turns bronze-red in fall. This deciduous shrub is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and thrives in full sun, making it ideal for USDA zones 6-9.
Lagerstroemia 'Rhapsody In Pink'
Lagerstroemia 'Rhapsody In Pink' is a hardy plant resistant to powdery mildew and drought. It blooms from summer into fall, with new leaves emerging deep burgundy. This plant is pollinator friendly and thrives in USDA zones 6 to 10, reaching over 10 feet in height and width.
Lagerstroemia 'Black Diamond Lavender Lace'
Lagerstroemia 'Black Diamond Lavender Lace' is a crape myrtle with dark purple foliage and bright pinkish-purple flowers. It blooms until frost and is hardy in USDA zones 7-10. This drought-tolerant plant grows 8-12 feet tall and is highly mildew resistant, making it a resilient choice for sunny gardens.
Lagerstroemia 'Ebony Glow'
This crape myrtle hybrid has dark foliage with blush pink, nearly white blooms. It reaches a mature height of 10-12 feet, is hardy and low maintenance, and tolerates most soils while being resistant to disease.
Lagerstroemia 'Dynamite'
This multi-stemmed flowering tree features vibrant red flowers that bloom from early summer through fall. It has dark green leaves that turn orange-red in fall, is adaptable and drought-resistant, and thrives in full sun.
Lagerstroemia indica 'Zuni'
Lagerstroemia indica 'Zuni' is a large deciduous shrub or small tree with long panicles of dark lavender-violet flowers that bloom from July to frost. It attracts pollinators and hummingbirds, and its dramatic fall color ranges from orange to red-maroon. This plant is drought tolerant once established and grows well in USDA zones 6 to 10.
Lagerstroemia 'Colorama Scarlet'
Lagerstroemia 'Colorama Scarlet' is a deciduous shrub known for its deep scarlet-red flowers and glossy green foliage. It is heat and humidity tolerant, maturing at 15 to 20 feet in height. This plant is butterfly-friendly and drought-tolerant once established, making it a resilient and attractive addition to any garden.