Lagerstroemia Red Rocket®
Two Full Seasons of Bloom Every Year!
- Genus: Lagerstroemia
- Species: indica
- Variety: 'Whit IV' PP#11,342
- Zone: 6 - 9
- Bloom Start To End: Early Summer - Early Fall
- Habit: Upright
- Plant Height: 20 ft - 30 ft
- Plant Width: 10 ft - 15 ft
- Bloom Size: 8 in
- Additional Characteristics: Easy Care Plants, Flower, Repeat Bloomer
- Bloom Color: Red
- Foliage Color: Medium Green, Orange, Red
- Light Requirements: Full Sun
- Resistance: Anthracnose, Powdery Mildew
- Soil Tolerance: Normal, loamy
- Uses: Foliage Interest, Hedge
- Restrictions:
*Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following:
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A joyful, repeat blooming tree with a color for every season - Meet the Red Rocket® Crape Myrtle. In the spring, the Red Rocket's leaves unfurl to create a vivid crimson display before transforming into a delightful green in the summer. Once early summer approaches, the tree's round, eye-popping red buds form impressive eight-inch clusters that remain for several weeks until the foliage turns into bold amber in the fall. Its perfectly suited for hedges and areas that receive a full amount of sunlight.
This Crepe Myrtle measures from 20 feet to 30 feet high and eight feet to 10 feet wide. As the fast-growing Red Rocket increases in height, its stems slightly flare; however, gardeners may choose to train it to a single trunk. With enough drainage and frequent watering, the hardy Red Rocket will thrive in many environments. This tree is resistant to disease, mildew and anthracnose. Those who want a low maintenance tree that makes a big statement will find what they are looking for in this Crepe Myrtle.
