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Lagerstroemia indica 'PDX Red'

Also Known As

  • PDX Red Crape Myrtle

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8"-10'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 7a-10a

Lagerstroemia indica 'PDX Red' plant details

Lagerstroemia indica 'PDX Red' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green 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 even moisture - regular 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 'PDX Red'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 IN - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fall color, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia indica 'PDX Red'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Lagerstroemia indica 'PDX Red' plant

How to Grow Lagerstroemia indica 'PDX Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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