What is the darkest pink crepe myrtle?

Which crepe myrtle has dark leaves?

The distinctive black diamond crape myrtle has dark purple - almost black leaves - and comes in three shades of red, blush and pure white blooms. It was developed in Mississippi and is grown almost exclusively at J. Berry Nursery near Grand Saline.

What are pink crepe myrtles called?

Tuscarora Crape Myrtle

It has delicious coral-pink blossoms all summer and besides its excellent mildew resistance it is also notable for the attractive red color of the new leaves in spring.

How tall does a pink Velour crape myrtle get?

Mature Size

The pink velour crapemyrtle grows to a height of 6–12' and a spread of 6–12' at maturity.

What is the prettiest crape myrtle?

The Garden Gurus - Diamonds in the Dark Crepe Myrtles

Which tree is better red rocket or dynamite crape myrtle?

The Red Rocket Crape Myrtle is your best choice for cooler zones as this variety goes into a zone 6. The Dynamite is an extremely popular variety for its cherry red color, pest and disease resistance, drought tolerance, and classic Crape Myrtle shape.

What color is Sioux crape myrtle?

Vibrant Pink Blooms, Summer to Fall

With cold hardy Sioux Crape Myrtles, your landscape will never be without color, especially in the summer when their dark pink flowers enter a continuous blooming cycle that lasts into the fall.

How do you care for a pink Velour crape myrtle?

Which crepe myrtle is the fastest growing?

The Crape Myrtle Company

Basham's Party Pink is the fastest growing Crape Myrtle Tree we have ever seen. It is not unusual for Basham's Party Pink to grow 12 to 15 feet per year! It is a very full upright tree that grows to 30ft+ tall with a 20ft+ canopy.

What is the darkest purple crepe myrtle?

Twilight Crape Myrtle trees grow larger than other species, as tall as 15-25 feet at maturity, with a spread of 10-15 feet. They stand out for their crinkly, deep-purple flowers—the deepest purple blooms of any crape myrtle tree.

Where do black diamond crepe myrtles grow?

Full sun is the ideal condition for this shrub, meaning it should get at least 6 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day. Crape myrtle grows in a wide range of soils from slightly alkaline to acidic. It prefers moist, well-drained sites but has some drought tolerance.

How big do pink crepe myrtles get?

The common crapemyrtle grows to a height of 15–25' and a spread of 6–15' at maturity.

How fast does Red Rocket crape myrtle grow?

Grows up to 5' per year. Works well as a specimen plant or as part of a mixed border. Grows in a rounded shape. Adds all-season interest with crimson red new growth, unique bark, showy flowers and orange-to-red fall color.

How fast does a Sioux crape myrtle grow?

Growth Rate

This tree grows at a medium rate, with height increases of 13–24" per year.

What is the best time of year to plant crepe myrtles?

Late fall to early spring is the best time to plant. First, learn some information about the lifespan and growth of your tree. Crepe myrtles range in size from dwarf selections (less than three feet tall) to some that can reach as tall as 30 feet.

What color is dynamite crape myrtle?

Dynamite® Crape Myrtle

An attractive ornamental shrub or small tree with smooth, peeling bark. Showy, ruffled, fiery red summer flowers are followed by vibrant orange-red fall foliage. An excellent choice as a specimen plant, or en masse for an explosion of color in the landscape and year-round interest. Deciduous.

How tall does a dynamite crape myrtle get?

The dynamite crapemyrtle grows to a height of 10–15' and a spread of 12–20' at maturity.

What is the difference between a crepe myrtle bush and a crepe myrtle tree?

Crape Myrtle Bush Vs.

The difference between the crape myrtle bush and the crape myrtle tree is that the tree is taller than crape myrtle bush. Crape myrtle bushes have multiple stems and their height is between 2 and 15 ft. (0.6 – 4.5 m). Crape myrtle trees can be as much as 20 ft.