*We cannot send plants to Alaska or Hawaii. The flower clusters at the top were from varieties growing to mature heights of less than 5 ft., while flowers at the bottom of the photo were from varieties that will. Susceptibility: Leaf spot, aphids and powdery mildew. To show the incredible diversity within crape myrtles, this photograph was taken in a crape myrtle nursery in Celina, Texas, on June 30, while they were in peak bloom of summer. Removing spent flowers will prolong blooming periods. It matures to an average height of 15 feet to 20 feet and an average width of 10 feet to 15 feet, depending on climate and other environmental factors. Prefers average well-draining, moist soil with a pH of 5.0 - 6.5. Lagerstroemia Indica 'Peppermint Lace' is a fast and moderate growing shrub and tree that can be grown in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 7A through 9B. Peppermint Lace Crape Myrtle, Valued colorful landscape accent with profusion of crepe-like blooms throughout summer. Soil, Water & Fertilize: Adapts to a variety of soils like loam and clay soils and is drought tolerant once roots are established. The geren leaves of the multi-branched, compact Acer palmatum Mikawa yatsubusa grow closely together. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over. Responds well to shaping into either a small tree or shrub. Peppermint Lace Crapemyrtle makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring before growth begins.
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Plant your Crape Myrtle where it will receive full sun in fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Attracts hummingbirds, bees and butterflies.
(At least 6 hours of direct sunlight)Ĭharacteristics: This shrub grows in an upright and arching manner, blooming clusters of vibrant pinkish red flowers in the spring and summer lasting for 3-4 months at a time.
Size: Mature size can reach up to 15'ft high and 10'ft wide. On the other hand, these items can also be planted during warm weather-simply be sure to water well.This 'Peppermint Lace' Crape Myrtle comes in a 1 Gallon trade pot An early snow or frost will not harm a nursery stock item that is already dormant. They are a very fast growing tree that fills with gorgeous clusters of pink blooms trimmed with white from July to September, and both beautiful, hearty, and. Plant in groupings for the best affect or line a drive or fence. In general, these items can be planted anytime your ground is not frozen. This Semi-dwarf shrub with peppermint blossoms is extremely showy from mid-summer through fall. These are a fast grower and in a year time you could be enjoying this wonderful color. These are sold in plugs current size is 5-12 inches. Please note depending on how you select shipping your order will arrive within 1-10 days. Do not fertilize after late summer, so they can go completely dormant before winter. Crape myrtle's bloom on their new growth, so promote it with nitrogen. Add in a handful or 2 of each of the bone meal, soil sulfur and fertilizer. Incorporate the dirt you took out of the hole and the mulch to create a 50/50 mix of the natural soil and the mulch. Lagerstroemia indica ( Peppermint Lace Crapemyrtle ) This crapemyrtle bears flowers with deep pink peppermint stripes trimmed in white. Place the tree in the center of the hole. For hedges, plant crape myrtle's about 4 or 5 feet apart.Īpply a high nitrogen lawn-type fertilizer in early spring and again in late spring. Rough up the sides of the root ball some, to loosen the roots from growing in a circle. The smooth gray bark of old branches and stems gradually flakes off to reveal fresh pinkish bark beneath.Ĭrape myrtle's grow in Zones 6-10 and do best in full sun and in moist soil that has been well supplemented with peat moss, leaf mold or decayed sawdust. Crape myrtle leaves are oval and 1 to 2 inches long they are bronze-colored when they first unfold in the spring and become yellow, orange or red before falling late in autumn. Individual flowers are about 1 1/2 inches across, so crinkly they look as if they were made of crepe paper. Zone 7a -17.8 C (0 F) to -15 C (5 F) Maximum recommended zone: Zone 9b. Also great for cut flower arrangements.Ĭrape myrtle are the most colorful element of Southern gardens from mid- to late summer when each branch and twig on the plants is tipped with a 6- to 12-inch cluster of white, pink, red, lavender or purple-red flowers. This Semi-dwarf shrub with peppermint blossoms is extremely showy from mid-summer through fall. Crape Myrtle 'Peppermint' (Lagerstroemia indiica)Ĭrape myrtle's are easy to grow and a delight to anyone's garden.
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