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Dynamite Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite'

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Overview

The Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Dynamite') is a deciduous shrub renowned for its bright red summer blooms. It has a moderate growth rate, reaching up to 20 feet in height with a spread of 10 to 15 feet. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its exfoliating bark and vibrant fall foliage add year-round interest, making it an excellent choice for accent or specimen planting.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — Its exfoliating bark and vibrant fall foliage add year-round interest
Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — It has a moderate growth rate, reaching up to 20 feet in height with a spread of 10 to 15 feetDynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — making it an excellent choice for accent or specimen plantingDynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — is an exceptional deciduous shrub renowned for its vibrant floral display and year-round visualDynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soilDynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — botanically known as Lagerstroemia indica 'Dynamite'

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Lythraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — Its exfoliating bark and vibrant fall foliage add year-round interest
Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — It has a moderate growth rate, reaching up to 20 feet in height with a spread of 10 to 15 feet
Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — making it an excellent choice for accent or specimen planting
Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — is an exceptional deciduous shrub renowned for its vibrant floral display and year-round visual
Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Dynamite Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia Indica 'Dynamite') — botanically known as Lagerstroemia indica 'Dynamite'

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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