Red Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica Starter Plant – 12–18 Inches, Bare Root

About This Plant

Red Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is a deciduous flowering tree or shrub valued for long-lasting, scarlet to crimson flower clusters that bloom from summer into fall. This is a healthy starter plant with a growth habit suitable as a specimen, flowering hedge, or landscape accent. Plant is shipped bare root (no pot).

What You Will Receive

1 live Red Crape Myrtle starter plant, approximately 12–18 inches tall, shipped bare root (no pot). Includes healthy, rooted plant and secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Red Crape Myrtle
• Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica
• Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree or shrub
• Growth Stage: Starter plant
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
• Mature Height: 10–20 feet (can be maintained smaller with pruning)
• Growth Rate: Fast
• USDA Zones: 6–10
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip

Plant in a sunny location with well-draining soil and water regularly during the establishment period. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and prune during late winter to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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