Double Feature Crape Myrtle is a stunning wine-red shrub with ruby-red blooms. Grown in zones 7-9, it reaches 10-12 ft tall. Perfect for any garden!
Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature'
Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' is a semi-dwarf, reblooming crape myrtle that is known for its long-lasting ruby-red blooms and colorful foliage. It is a relatively new cultivar, having been introduced in 2013, but it has quickly become a popular choice for gardeners due to its low-maintenance requirements and attractive features.
Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature'
Growth habit: Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' typically grows to be 5-6 feet tall and wide at maturity. It has a dense, upright habit with branching that extends to the ground. The new growth is wine-red in color, and the leaves mature to a deep green.
Blooms: Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' blooms profusely from late June to October. The flowers are produced in large clusters and are a deep ruby-red color. The flowers are sterile, so they do not produce seed. This makes the plant less messy and easier to maintain.
Fall foliage: Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' also has attractive fall foliage. The leaves turn a brilliant red-orange color before falling off in the winter.
Uses: Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' is a versatile shrub that can be used in a variety of landscaping applications. It is often used as a foundation planting, hedge, or accent plant. It is also a good choice for mixed borders and container plantings.
Care: Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' is a relatively low-maintenance shrub. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and is drought tolerant once established. It is also deer resistant. Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' should be pruned in the late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and size.
Tips for growing Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature':
- Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Choose a well-drained soil.
- Water regularly until the shrub is established.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune as needed to maintain shape and size.
Crape Myrtle 'Double Feature' is a beautiful and versatile shrub that is a great addition to any landscape. With its long-lasting blooms, colorful foliage, and low-maintenance requirements, it is a surefire way to add interest and color to your garden.
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: 7-10
| Mature Height: | 6 to 8 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 6 to 8 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit IX' USPP 23559 |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
