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Chinese Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica

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Overview

The Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia subcostata) is a graceful, deciduous tree, admired for its exfoliating, light brown bark and summer blossoms. Typically reaching 20-30 feet in height, with a spread of 15-25 feet, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Clusters of white to pale pink flowers adorn its branches in late summer, making it a stunning focal point for any temperate landscape design. Hardy to USDA Zone 6.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–10Climate Mediterranean, Temperate
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — The Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia subcostata) is a graceful

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Lythraceae
Climate
Mediterranean, Temperate

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Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — white flowers in the garden
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — tree with white blooms
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — ensuring it receives ample space to display its graceful branching structure and colorful seasonal transitions
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — admired for its exfoliating; this elegant specimen typically reaches a mature height of 20 to 30 feet
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — The Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia subcostata) is a graceful; typically reaching 20-30 feet in height
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — light brown bark and summer blossoms; with a profusion of oblong leaves measuring 1 to 3 inches long
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — Typically reaching 20-30 feet in height; white flowers in the garden
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — with a spread of 15-25 feet, image 32
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; with a canopy spread of 15 to 25 feet
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — Clusters of white to pale pink flowers adorn its branches in late summer; lagerstroemia subcostata thrives in
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — making it a stunning focal point for any temperate landscape design; tree with white blooms
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — scientifically known as Lagerstroemia subcostata; it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — is a deciduous tree renowned for its ornamental beauty and versatility in landscape design; which peels away in
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — This elegant specimen typically reaches a mature height of 20 to 30 feet; its drought tolerance makes it an
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — with a canopy spread of 15 to 25 feet; tree for full
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — adding textural interest throughout the year, image 41
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — which peels away in thin layers to reveal mottled shades of pale gray and brown underneath; clusters of white to
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — providing a delicate and colorful spectacle that attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies; the Chinese
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — panicles of soft pink to white blossoms adorn the branches; when incorporating this species into a landscape
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — The foliage is equally appealing; making it a stunning focal point for any temperate landscape design
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — with a profusion of oblong leaves measuring 1 to 3 inches long; panicles of soft pink to white blossoms adorn the
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — Its drought tolerance makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet, image 47
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — When incorporating this species into a landscape design; scientifically known as Lagerstroemia subcostata
Chinese Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) — Lagerstroemia subcostata thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils; consider its seasonal characteristics

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