Zuni Crape Myrtle is a semi-dwarf deciduous shrub or small tree with exfoliating bark and a rounded crown. Its glossy deep green foliage emerges with a red ting and turns marron red in fall. Heavy blooms of large dark lavender panicles bloom from mid summer into fall. Best color in full sun and rich well-drained soil. Zuni has improved resistance to powdery mildew.
| Type: | |
| Height: |
9' - 15' |
| Spread: |
9’ - 15' |
| Spacing: |
10' |
| USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 9 |
| Culture: | |
| Bloom Color: |
Purple |
| Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water Regularly. Prune back in spring before bloom to promote flowers. It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew. Watch for aphids and scale.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundation Planting, and Hedges.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hydrangea, Butterfly Bush, Catmint
IMAGE: Photos by OSU Landscape Plants, Lagerstroemia 'Zuni'
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
