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Lagerstroemia 'Yuma'

Also Known As

  • Lagerstroemia x fauriei 'Yuma'
  • Yuma Crape Myrtle

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 18'
  • W: 10'

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

Lagerstroemia 'Yuma' plant details

Lagerstroemia 'Yuma' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay and lean soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lagerstroemia 'Yuma'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 18 FT tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fall color, showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia 'Yuma'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity and pollution
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay and lean

Gardening facts about Lagerstroemia 'Yuma' plant

How to Grow Lagerstroemia 'Yuma'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • pollution tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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