Lagerstroemia x 'JM1' ~ Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle-ServeScape
Lagerstroemia x 'JM1' ~ Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle-ServeScape
Lagerstroemia x 'JM1' ~ Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle-ServeScape

Lagerstroemia x 'JM1'

Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle

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Scarlet Crape Myrtle is a cultivar of crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia) that is known for its vibrant scarlet-red flowers. Here's some information about Scarlet Crape Myrtle:

  1. Appearance: Scarlet Crape Myrtle is a deciduous shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 10-20 feet. It has a rounded or vase-shaped growth habit with dark green foliage that turns shades of orange, red, or purple in the fall. The standout feature of Scarlet Crape Myrtle is its stunning scarlet-red flowers that bloom in large clusters during the summer.

  2. Flowering: Scarlet Crape Myrtle is prized for its profuse and showy blooms. The flowers are held on long panicles and create a striking contrast against the dark green foliage. The blooming period typically lasts for several weeks, adding a burst of vibrant color to the landscape.

  3. Care and Maintenance: Scarlet Crape Myrtle is relatively low-maintenance. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Regular watering, especially during dry periods, is important for establishment and optimal growth. Pruning is typically done in late winter or early spring to promote a more compact shape and encourage abundant blooming.

Type: 

Shrub

Height: 

15' - 20'

Spread: 

8’ - 12'

Spacing: 

10'

USDA Hardiness Zone: 

6 - 9

Culture: 

Full SunPart Sun

Bloom Color: 

Red

Season of Interest: 

SummerFall

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew.  
LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, BordersWildlife GardensUrban GardensFoundational Planting, and Hedges.

COMPANION PLANTS: Indian HawthornCatnipButterfly Bush

 IMAGE: Famartin2019-07-25 07 19 45 Crape Myrtle blooming along Tranquility Lane in the Franklin Farm section of Oak Hill, Fairfax County, VirginiaCC BY-SA 4.0

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