Lagerstroemia 'Zuni'

Also Known As

Zuni Crape Myrtle
Zuni Crepe Myrtle

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 16'
W: 8'

planting zones

7a-9b

Lagerstroemia 'Zuni' plant details

Lagerstroemia 'Zuni' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lagerstroemia 'Zuni'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 16 FT tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia 'Zuni'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A long show of rich lavender flowers followed by orange-red fall color on a medium-sized tree of spreading habit. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Crape Myrtles are a popular tree because they grow very quickly and flower starting in their first year. They are one of the only trees that produces flowers in August and so are very useful for maintaining gardens with flowers year-round. As the trees age the bark becomes more and more attractive as the outer layer becomes porcelain-smooth. Trees will thrive in high heat climates such as the southwestern states but also handle cold winters. Flowers are produced on new growth so winter damage from extreme cold and storms will not prevent the tree from flowering heavily that same season.

Trees grow best in well drained soil in full sun but will tolerate light shade. Although trees will grow in deeper shade they will flower less aggressively.

By: Red Panda Nursery

One of our favorite crape myrtle's for Portland. Reliable, dark lavender mid-summer flowers and vibrant orange-yellow fall color on a 16' shrub, somewhat rounded in age. Try as a small street tree. Full sun, good drainage, and some summer water for best blooms. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.