Plum Magic Crape Myrtle is a stunning shrub grown in zones 7-10. It produces vibrant fuchsia-pink blooms in summer and grows up to 10 feet tall.
Crape Myrtle Plum Magic
Crape Myrtle Plum Magic is a compact, upright shrub known for its rich plum foliage and vibrant fuchsia-pink flowers. 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 Plum Magic
Growth habit: Crape Myrtle Plum Magic typically grows to be 6-8 feet tall and wide at maturity. It has a dense, rounded habit with branching that extends to the ground. The new growth is plum-purple in color, and the leaves mature to a deep green.
Blooms: Crape Myrtle Plum Magic begins blooming in early summer and continues to bloom profusely until fall. The flowers are produced in large clusters and are a deep fuchsia-pink 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 Plum Magic also has attractive fall foliage. The leaves turn a brilliant red-orange color before falling off in the winter.
Uses: Crape Myrtle Plum Magic 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 Plum Magic 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 Plum Magic should be pruned in the late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and size.
Tips for growing Crape Myrtle Plum Magic:
- 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 Plum Magic is a beautiful and versatile shrub that is a great addition to any landscape. With its vibrant blooms, attractive fall foliage, and low-maintenance requirements, it is sure to add interest and color to your garden 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: 6-10
| Mature Height: | 6 to 10 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 6 to 10 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Lagerstroemia 'Plum Magic' |
| Bloom Time | July to October |
