Key Features
Special considerations
Growing and Care Instructions
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Fertilizing
Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
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Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry between waterings.
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Light Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
| Type | Ornamental |
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| Lifespan | 50+ years |
| Growth | Moderate |
| Max Height | 20–30 ft |
| Max Width | 10–20 ft |
7-9 Container / 7-9 Outdoors
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LATIN NAME: LAGERSTROEMIA INDICA X FAURIEI 'MUSKOGEE'
The Basics
The fast-growing tree has clusters of magenta, lavender blooms in the summer. Its smooth tan bark with glossy green foliage that turns red in the fall grows 15-20 feet tall (10-15 feet wide). Plant in groups to make a statement all year-round.
The Needs
Amount of Sunlight: Full sun
Amount of Water: Water regularly; more frequent watering in extreme heat
Soil Conditions: Prefers dry, well-drained soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 6-9
The Care
This easy-to-grow evergreen shrub needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly. Pruning is recommended once per year.
The fast-growing tree has clusters of magenta, lavender blooms in the summer. Its smooth tan bark with glossy green foliage that turns red in the fall grows 15-20 feet tall (10-15 feet wide). Plant in groups to make a statement all year-round.
The Needs
Amount of Sunlight: Full sun
Amount of Water: Water regularly; more frequent watering in extreme heat
Soil Conditions: Prefers dry, well-drained soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 6-9
The Care
This easy-to-grow evergreen shrub needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly. Pruning is recommended once per year.
