Lagerstroemia indica Barista® 'Cherry Mocha' PP28281

Scientific Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Cherry Mocha'

Also Known As

Lagerstroemia Barista 'Cherry Mocha'
Barista Cherry Mocha Crape Myrtle

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Lagerstroemia indica Barista® 'Cherry Mocha' PP28281 plant details

Lagerstroemia indica Barista® 'Cherry Mocha' PP28281 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with burgundy foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lagerstroemia indica Barista® 'Cherry Mocha' PP28281

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia indica Barista® 'Cherry Mocha' PP28281

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cherry Mocha' is a dense, small shrub with burgundy stems and semi-glossy burgundy foliage and late season cherry red flowers. Lagerstroemia are classic shrubs and trees of the US southeast. The Barista Collection of crape myrtles are hardy cultivars to zone 6. Where they have been tested in Michigan they die back to the ground in winter and bloom on new wood in late summer. On the west coast they will not die back but they will need to be planted in a hot spot to bring them into flower.