The Catawba Crape Myrtle is a stunning tree with vibrant purple flowers. Grown in zones 7-9, it can reach up to 20 feet tall and is perfect for any garden.
Catawba' Crape Myrtle, Clusters of Deep Purple Flowers
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The Catawba' Crape Myrtle is a stunning tree with vibrant purple flowers. It is a popular choice for home gardens and commercial landscapes due to its hardiness, ease of care, and beautiful blooms.
The Catawba' Crape Myrtle typically grows to be 15-20 feet tall and wide, with a rounded habit. It blooms from mid-summer to fall, and its flowers are clustered together in large panicles. The flowers are a deep purple color, and they are very attractive to pollinators, such as butterflies and hummingbirds.
The Catawba' Crape Myrtle is relatively easy to care for. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established, but it will benefit from regular watering during hot, dry weather. The Catawba' Crape Myrtle can be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Here are some tips for caring for your Catawba' Crape Myrtle:
- Plant in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or diseased branches and maintain shape.
The Catawba' Crape Myrtle is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add a touch of elegance to any landscape. It is a great choice for gardeners of all experience levels.
Here are some additional tips:
- The Catawba' Crape Myrtle is a relatively cold-hardy plant, but it may need protection in colder climates. You can cover the plant with burlap or frost cloth during cold weather.
- Watch for pests and diseases, such as aphids, scale, and powdery mildew. Treat any problems immediately to prevent them from spreading.
With proper care, your Catawba' Crape Myrtle will thrive for many years to come.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 7-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 10-15 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 8-12 ft |
| Botanical Name: | Lavandula intermedia 'Catawba'' |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
