Lagerstroemia indica ~ Crape Myrtle, Pink Selection

Lagerstroemia indica ~ Crape Myrtle, Pink SelectionCrape Myrtle, Pink Selection, refers to a cultivar of crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia) that produces pink flowers. Crape myrtles are known for their beautiful and long lasting blooms, and the Pink Selection cultivar adds a lovely touch of pink to the landscape. Here's some general information about crape myrtles and their pink selections: Appearance: Crape myrtles are deciduous shrubs or small trees that come in various sizes, ranging from dwarf varieties

Crape Myrtle, Pink Selection, refers to a cultivar of crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia) that produces pink flowers. Crape myrtles are known for their beautiful and long-lasting blooms, and the Pink Selection cultivar adds a lovely touch of pink to the landscape. Here's some general information about crape myrtles and their pink selections:

1. Appearance: Crape myrtles are deciduous shrubs or small trees that come in various sizes, ranging from dwarf varieties to larger specimens. The Pink Selection cultivar, as the name suggests, produces pink flowers. The foliage can be green or have a reddish tint, and it often turns vibrant shades of orange, red, or purple in the fall.

2. Flowering: Pink Selection crape myrtles typically bloom in the summer, showcasing clusters of pink flowers. The blooms can vary in shade, ranging from light pink to deeper shades of pink. The flowers are held on long panicles and create a stunning display in the landscape.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  Excellent resistance to leaf spot and powdery mildew. 

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Foundational Plantings, Hedges, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens.

COMPANION PLANTS: Butterfly Bush, Clematis, Indian Hawthorn

IMAGE: This photo was taken by Dave Whitinger, Crepe Myrtle, Crape Myrtle 'Pink Lace' (Lagerstroemia indica), CC BY-SA 3.0