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Botanical Name
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Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' PP# 10296
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Description
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Attractive ornamental shrub or small tree with smooth, peeling bark. Showy, ruffled, fire red flowers bloom all summer followed by vibrant orange-red fall foliage. Excellent specimen or plant in groups for an explosion of color in the landscape and year-round interest. Unauthorized plant propagation prohibited.
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Exposure
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Full Sun
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Height x Width
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15-20' H x 10-15' W
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Water
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Water regularly until established.
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Zones
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Zones 6-10
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Fertilization
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Fertilize in spring with a well balanced fertilizer. Follow label instructions.
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Pruning
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Prune as needed in late winter. Blooms on new wood in spring through summer. Do not prune by "topping" plant.
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PC #
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CsNH13050
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