{"id":2375,"date":"2023-02-11T21:22:33","date_gmt":"2023-02-11T21:22:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/?p=2375"},"modified":"2023-02-08T22:31:59","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T22:31:59","slug":"crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"Crape Myrtle Shrub: Everything About The Crape Myrtle Tree"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Crape-myrtle-shrub-blooming-with-pink-flowers-1024x577.png\" alt=\"Crape myrtle shrub blooming with pink flowers\" class=\"wp-image-2386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Crape-myrtle-shrub-blooming-with-pink-flowers-1024x577.png 1024w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Crape-myrtle-shrub-blooming-with-pink-flowers-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Crape-myrtle-shrub-blooming-with-pink-flowers-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Crape-myrtle-shrub-blooming-with-pink-flowers-1536x865.png 1536w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Crape-myrtle-shrub-blooming-with-pink-flowers.png 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shrubs with such generous summer blooms are few and far between. This is an excellent reason to adopt the Indian crape myrtle. In the less clement regions, it can be grown in a container or use the new varieties which are more rustic.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I have gathered for you all the information about the crape myrtle shrub, its main characteristics, and what you need to know to plant and grow it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree\/#Characteristics_of_the_crape_myrtle_tree\" title=\"Characteristics of the crape myrtle tree\">Characteristics of the crape myrtle tree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree\/#How_to_grow_a_crape_myrtle_tree\" title=\"How to grow a crape myrtle tree\">How to grow a crape myrtle tree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree\/#How_to_grow_a_lagerstoemia_indica_in_pot\" title=\"How to grow a lagerstoemia indica in pot\">How to grow a lagerstoemia indica in pot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree\/#Where_to_plant_a_crape_myrtle_shrub\" title=\"Where to plant a crape myrtle shrub\">Where to plant a crape myrtle shrub<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree\/#Our_selection\" title=\"Our selection\">Our selection<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/crape-myrtle-shrub-and-tree\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_of_the_crape_myrtle_tree\"><\/span>Characteristics of the crape myrtle tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scientific name<\/strong><\/td><td>Lagerstroemia indica<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Family<\/strong><\/td><td>Lythraceae<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Origin<\/strong><\/td><td>China<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Foliage<\/strong><\/td><td>Deciduous<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Flowering<\/strong><\/td><td>June-September<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rusticity<\/strong><\/td><td>-8 to -10\u00b0C (-46 to 50\u00b0F)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Exposure<\/strong><\/td><td>Sun<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Soil<\/strong><\/td><td>Rich<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:<\/strong><\/td><td>6 to 9<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The l<a href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/lagerstroemia-indica\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">agerstroemia indica<\/a> is a small tree of 3 to 5 m in height, often cultivated and used as a shrub because of its medium vigor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From its young age, it produces a smooth and slightly knotty wood, very soft to the touch. Its numerous small oval leaves are illuminated at the end of spring and in summer by erect and dense terminal clusters, gathering a large quantity of small brightly colored flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before their fall, in autumn, the leaves take on a beautiful red hue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_grow_a_crape_myrtle_tree\"><\/span>How to grow a crape myrtle tree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/View-of-pink-crape-myrtle-flowers-1024x577.png\" alt=\"Pink crape myrtle flowers\" class=\"wp-image-2388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/View-of-pink-crape-myrtle-flowers-1024x577.png 1024w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/View-of-pink-crape-myrtle-flowers-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/View-of-pink-crape-myrtle-flowers-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/View-of-pink-crape-myrtle-flowers-1536x865.png 1536w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/View-of-pink-crape-myrtle-flowers.png 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The crape myrtle needs rich and fresh ground, well exposed, and a lot of sun to bloom well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When its growth is slowed down by poorly controlled cultural conditions (in particular a lack of water and nutrients), the weakened plant is prone to oidium attacks, which must be treated as soon as the first symptoms appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pruning in February-March consists in reducing by three quarters the length of the current year&#8217;s branches, taking care not to touch the old wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_grow_a_lagerstoemia_indica_in_pot\"><\/span>How to grow a lagerstoemia indica in pot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Repot in a pot of 40 cm of diameter at least a plant bought in a container of 4 to 5 liters, in a rich mixture, for example a compost for roses. For regular flowering, take care of the watering and keep the soil fresh permanently between March and October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prefer dwarf crape myrtle or with small development.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_plant_a_crape_myrtle_shrub\"><\/span>Where to plant a crape myrtle shrub<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You will generally find the crape myrtle in stem or in tuft to finish forming an airy bouquet. Plant it in isolation, in bed by varying the colors, or in pot. Place it on a lawn that will emphasize it and flower its base of annuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_selection\"><\/span>Our selection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Close-up-view-of-an-India-crape-myrtle-pink-flowers-1024x577.png\" alt=\"Close up view of an Indian crape myrtle pink flowers\" class=\"wp-image-2385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Close-up-view-of-an-India-crape-myrtle-pink-flowers-1024x577.png 1024w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Close-up-view-of-an-India-crape-myrtle-pink-flowers-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Close-up-view-of-an-India-crape-myrtle-pink-flowers-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Close-up-view-of-an-India-crape-myrtle-pink-flowers-1536x865.png 1536w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Close-up-view-of-an-India-crape-myrtle-pink-flowers.png 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>About fifty varieties of Lagerstroemia indica are commonly proposed in the trade, the only criterion of choice being the color of their flowers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>From white (&#8216;<em><strong>Kimono<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red (&#8216;Dallas Red&#8217;, &#8216;<em><strong>Yangtze<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shades of pink and lilac (&#8216;<em><strong>Jacqueline Desmartis<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, &#8216;<em><strong>Montbazillac<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, &#8216;<em><strong>Ali\u00e9nor d&#8217;Aquitaine<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Without forgetting the purplish ones (&#8216;<em><strong>Terre Chinoise<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, &#8216;<em><strong>Souvenir d&#8217;Hubert<\/strong><\/em><br><em><strong>Puard<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be spoilt for choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1956, L. faurei was discovered in Japan, more resistant to cold. Crossings between this botanical species and L. indica resulted in hybrids L. x egolfi, more rustic, and resistant to &#8211; 20\u00b0C. They are also less prone to cryptogamic diseases and their blooming lasts until October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plant &#8216;<em><strong>Natchez<\/strong><\/em>&#8216; and &#8216;<em><strong>Sarah&#8217;s Favorite<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, pure white, &#8216;<em><strong>Muskegee<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, lilac pink, or &#8216;<em><strong>Tuskegee<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, dark pink to red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For growing in pots, look to dwarf varieties:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Red Imperator<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, red<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Petite Pink<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, pink.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The crape myrtle is a magnificent shrub that deserves a prominent place in any garden. With its eye-catching blooms in a rainbow of colors, it is the perfect addition to create an oasis of beauty and serenity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, go ahead and embrace the beauty of the crape myrtle, and enjoy a garden that is both peaceful and stunning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shrubs with such generous summer blooms are few and far between. This is an excellent reason to adopt the Indian crape myrtle. In the less clement regions, it can be grown in a container or use the new varieties which are more rustic. 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