Pocomoke Crape Myrtle is a dwarf multi-stemmed deciduous shrub. The foliage emerges maroon and matures to a glossy dark green that turns rich bronze-red with fall, while the large dark pink panicles bloom on new wood in summer. Best color in full sun and rich well-drained soil. Pocomoke has excellent resistant to powdery mildew.
| Type: | |
| Height: |
3' - 5' |
| Spread: |
4’ - 5' |
| Spacing: |
4' |
| USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 9 |
| Culture: | |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| 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: Magnolia, Lilyturf, Butterfly Bush
IMAGE: Photo by David J. Stang, Lagerstroemia x Pocomoke 3zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
