Lagerstroemia Delta Moonlight™ (Crape Myrtle)
Noted for its unique foliage, Lagerstroemia Delta Moonlight™ (Crape Myrtle) is a large deciduous shrub or small tree with abundant clusters of pure white flowers at its branch tips from summer to fall. They stand out against the dark burgundy foliage of curved leaves, which hold their rich tone, even through hot summers. Attracting strong attention from onlookers, this Crape Myrtle makes a great specimen or foundation plant.
Noted for its unique foliage, Lagerstroemia Delta Moonlight™ (Crape Myrtle) is a large deciduous shrub or small tree with abundant clusters of pure white flowers at its branch tips from summer to fall. They stand out against the dark burgundy foliage of curved leaves, which hold their rich tone, even through hot summers. Attracting strong attention from onlookers, this Crape Myrtle makes a great specimen or foundation plant.
- Grows up to 8-12 ft. tall (240-360 cm) and 4-6 ft. wide (120-180 cm). Good for small gardens.
- A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought and heat tolerant.
- Good disease and pest resistance.
- Perfect as a specimen plant or for foundation plantings. Effective as a screen or informal hedge in mild winter areas.
- 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.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 7 – 10 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Lagerstroemia – Crape Myrtles |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Early,Mid,Late)Fall |
| Height | 8' – 12' (240cm – 3.6m) |
| Spread | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, 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, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |