Lagerstroemia
This highly ornamental tree is admired for its long season of vibrant blooms, smooth bark, and striking seasonal color. Throughout summer, large clusters of crinkled flowers appear in shades of pink, red, white, lavender, or purple, creating a brilliant display that attracts pollinators. Its rich green foliage provides a lush backdrop during the growing season before transforming into vivid shades of orange, red, and gold in fall. During winter, the attractive peeling bark reveals mottled tones of cinnamon, tan, and gray, adding year-round landscape interest. Its graceful branching structure and exceptional heat tolerance make it an excellent accent tree for streetscapes, patios, and water-wise gardens. Deciduous.
Attributes: Showy Blooms, Drought Tolerant, Attractive Bark, Long Bloom Season, Low Maintenance, Wildlife Friendly
Light: Full Sun
Size: 15–30 ft. tall and 10–20 ft. wide
Deciduous/Evergreen: Deciduous
Flower Color: Pink, Red, White, Lavender, or Purple
Foliage Color: Green turning Orange, Red, and Gold in Fall
Bark Color: Cinnamon, Tan, and Gray
