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Lagerstroemia indica Siren Red® PP14975

Scientific Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit VII'

Also Known As

  • Lagerstroemia 'Siren Red'
  • Siren Red® Crape Myrtle

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 4'-10'

planting zones

  • 6b-10b

Lagerstroemia indica Siren Red® PP14975 plant details

Lagerstroemia indica Siren Red® PP14975 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lagerstroemia indica Siren Red® PP14975

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: distinctive bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia indica Siren Red® PP14975

USDA Zones: 6b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The deepest intensely-red flowers and wine-red new growth which ages to to very mildew resistant dark green foliage make this 10-12' all-season winner for specimen, border or container. S/M PP14975

Gardening facts about Lagerstroemia indica Siren Red® PP14975 plant

How to Grow Lagerstroemia indica Siren Red® PP14975

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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