Crape Myrtle Twilight Magic
Crape Myrtle Twilight Magic is a semi-dwarf, reblooming crape myrtle that is known for its stunning combination of deep plum-colored foliage and coral-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.
Growth habit: Crape Myrtle Twilight Magic typically grows to be 6-8 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide at maturity. It has a dense, upright habit with branching that extends to the ground. The new growth is plum-colored in color, and the leaves mature to a deep plum-black.
Blooms: Crape Myrtle Twilight Magic blooms profusely from midsummer to early fall. The flowers are produced in large clusters and are a coral-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 Twilight Magic also has attractive fall foliage. The leaves hold their deep plum color late into the fall before turning a brilliant red-orange color before falling off in the winter.
Uses: Crape Myrtle Twilight 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 Twilight 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 Twilight Magic should be pruned in the late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and size.
Tips for growing Crape Myrtle Twilight 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 Twilight Magic is a beautiful and versatile shrub that is a great addition to any landscape. With its stunning combination of deep plum-colored foliage and coral-pink flowers, 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: 5-9
| Mature Height: | 2 to 3 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 2 to 3 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Red |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
