Lagerstroemia - Crepe (or Crape) Myrtle – a versatile and showy specimen tree!

Crepe Myrtles are an upright deciduous tree or large shrub that have dark green leaves emerging bronze. The crinkled flowers, hence the name "crepe", appear from summer to autumn in shades of white, pink, red or purple.

Crepe Myrtles require moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Best planted in a warm sheltered position.

aka Crepe Myrtle

Striking, bold, fantastic accent tree with near black foliage and stunning deep red crepe flowers from Spring to Autumn. Remove lower limbs to show off the gorgeous smooth bark or leave bushy for a stunning privacy screen. Low maintenance, drought hardy once established. Deciduous

 

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aka Crepe Myrtle

The common name for this elegant and graceful shrub is Crepe Myrtle because of the clusters of pretty 'crinkled' pink flowers that appear in late summer from crimson red buds. Along with the flowers there is attractive foliage and smooth bark. Plant in a warm sheltered position. Deciduous.

 

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aka Crepe Myrtle

Crepe Myrtle. Beautiful smooth bark, bronze-green glossy foliage that colours well in autumn and panicles of bright red 'crepe' like flowers from summer to autumn make this small tree a desirable addition to any garden. Plant in a sunny spot with protection from harsh frost. Deciduous.