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    Lagerstroemia 'Tonto'

    Also Known As

    • Lagerstroemia indica 'Tonto'
    • Tonto Crape Myrtle

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 12'
    • W: 6'

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

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    Lagerstroemia 'Tonto' plant details

    Lagerstroemia 'Tonto' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Lagerstroemia 'Tonto'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: lythraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT wide, 12 FT tall
    Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
    Uses: bonsai, distinctive bark, fall color, hedge, small tree

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia 'Tonto'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This fantastic semi-dwarf 8x8' tree/shrub features flashy, large clusters of brilliant fuchsia-pink blooms. Crape myrtles have great four-season interest. The deep-green foliage turns to superb shades of orange-red in fall and its colorful, cinnamon, peeling bark adds a lot to the winter landscape. Resistant to mildew, heat and drought; this beauty is ideal massed or as a container specimen. 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 creating gardens with year-round flowers. 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

    This is another small growing variety with conspicuous fuschia-red flowers and bright maroon leaf colors in the fall. 6-8' in ten years. Awards:Georgia Gold Medal Winner.

    By: Fantastic Plants

    Gardening facts about Lagerstroemia 'Tonto' plant

    How to Grow Lagerstroemia 'Tonto'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • magenta

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Lagerstroemia indica Dynamite® PP10296

    Scientific Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II'

    aka Lagerstroemia Dynamite®, Lagerstroemia indica 'Dynamite'®, Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' Cultivar, Dynamite Crape Myrtle, Dynamite Crepe Myrtle, Dynamite® Crapemyrtle

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 5'-20'

    Width: 5'-18'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Lagerstroemia indica Dynamite® PP10296 flower by littlegemtrees
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    Lagerstroemia 'Arapaho'

    aka Lagerstroemia 'Arapahoe', Lagerstroemia indica x faueri 'Arapaho', Lagerstroemia x 'Arapaho', Arapaho Crape Myrtle, Arapaho Crepe Myrtle

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 15'-20'

    Width: 10'-10'

    • sun
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Lagerstroemia 'Arapaho' foliage by plant lust
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    Lagerstroemia speciosa

    aka Lagerstroemia flos-reginae, Giant Crape Myrtle, Pride of India, Queen's Crape Myrtle

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    9b-11

    Size

    Height: 25'-50'

    Width: 20'-40'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Lagerstroemia speciosa flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Lagerstroemia indica Pink Velour® PP10319

    Scientific Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit III'

    aka Lagerstroemia 'Pink Velour', Lagerstroemia indica 'Pink Velour', Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit III' Cultivar, Lagerstroemia x 'Whit III' PP 10319, Crape Myrtle, Crepe Myrtle, Pink Velour Myrtle, Pink Velour® Crapemyrtle

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8'-10'

    Width: 6'-8'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Lagerstroemia indica Pink Velour® PP10319 flower, foliage by Almost Eden
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    Lagerstroemia 'Sioux'

    aka Lagerstroemia indica 'Sioux', Crape Myrtle, Japanese Crepe Myrtle, Sioux Crape Myrtle

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 15'-20'

    Width: 10'-15'

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Lagerstroemia 'Sioux' flower, foliage by Fantastic Plants
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