Lagerstroemia 'Ebony Flame'
Also Known As
- Lagerstroemia Black Diamond™
- Lagerstroemia indica 'Black Diamond Red'
- Black Diamond Red® Crape Myrtle
- Ebony Flame Crape Myrtle
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 10'-12'
- W: 3'-8'
planting zones
- 6b-10b
Lagerstroemia 'Ebony Flame' plant details
Lagerstroemia 'Ebony Flame' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with black foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 'Ebony Flame'
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: lythraceae
- Foliage: deciduous black
- Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: disease-resistant, fall color, long-blooming, repeat-blooming, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia 'Ebony Flame'
- USDA Zones: 6b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Deer Country Gardens
Gardening facts about Lagerstroemia 'Ebony Flame' plant
How to Grow Lagerstroemia 'Ebony Flame'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- black
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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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
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
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
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
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
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