Lagerstroemia indica 'Raspberry Sundae®'

Crapemyrtle

Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit I' - Raspberry Sundae? Crapemyrtle

Tips for Homeowners:

Blooms on new wood and grows quite nice without pruning.  Irrigate regularly and at the base of the shrub, not overhead.  Fertilize in the spring.

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A shrub or tree, this beauty will stand out for its attractive bark, its fall color and especially for its long-lasting raspberry red flowers. 

  • Raspberry red flowers with white edges
  • New growth is bronze, then medium green
  • Somewhat fragrant blossoms, great fall color

Outstanding shrub for a place close to the patio or outdoor living area and best planted in a protected spot in the landscape. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 5-15 ft
Spread: 5-15 ft
Zone: 6-9

Interesting Notes about Crapemyrtle:

In colder areas the above ground growth will not survive the winter and new shoots will emerge from the roots in the spring. 


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Drought Tolerant
  • Long Blooming
  • Mass Planting
  • Fast Growing
  • Low Maintenance
  • Specimen
  • Focal Point
  • Fall Color

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Attracts Butterflies

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer
  • Fall

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall
  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained