Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia) - Long-Flowering Summer Shrub | Akplants

Create a Summer Spectacle with the Crape Myrtle

The Lagerstroemia Crape Myrtle is a show-stopping deciduous shrub that delivers months of vibrant colour and multi-season interest. Famous for its spectacular summer blooms and stunning autumn foliage, this versatile plant transforms any garden into a vibrant display from July through October.

Unique Features

• Spectacular Summer Blooms: Produces masses of crinkled, crepe-paper-like flowers in vibrant shades of pink, purple, red, or white from July to September
• Multi-Season Interest: Stunning autumn foliage in brilliant shades of orange, red, and yellow, plus attractive peeling bark that provides winter interest
• Long Flowering Period: Enjoys one of the longest blooming seasons of any flowering shrub, often lasting 100+ days
• Compact Growth: Manageable size makes it perfect for smaller gardens, borders, or container planting on patios
• Wildlife Magnet: Attracts butterflies, bees, and beneficial pollinators throughout the summer months
• Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant once established, resistant to pests and diseases, requires minimal care
• Versatile: Can be grown as a multi-stemmed shrub or trained as a small ornamental tree

Perfect For

Mixed borders, feature planting, Mediterranean-style gardens, courtyard gardens, or container displays. Its compact habit and long flowering season make it ideal for creating focal points near patios and seating areas where you can enjoy the blooms up close.

Growing Conditions

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prefers a warm, sheltered position for best flowering. Once established, this resilient shrub tolerates drought and urban conditions. For maximum blooms, plant in a sunny spot and provide occasional feeding during the growing season.

Tip: Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous new growth and abundant summer flowers.

The plant we supply is about 8 inches tall in a 5 inch pot.