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    Also Known As

    • Twilight Crape Myrtle

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 10'-15'
    • W: 10'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

    1 gallon | $39

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    Lagerstroemia indica 'Twlight' plant details

    Lagerstroemia indica 'Twlight' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Lagerstroemia indica 'Twlight'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: lythraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: distinctive bark

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Lagerstroemia indica 'Twlight'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    'Twilight' Crape Myrtle has beautiful purple blooms in late summer and grows 15-10 feet tall. These trees look best when grown with 3-5 main trunks and the lower branches removed to showcase the attractive bark that contrasts well with the summer flowers.

    Crape Myrtles are a popular tree because they grow very quickly and flower starting in their first year. They are one of the only trees that produces flowers in August and so are very useful for creating gardens with year-round flowers. As the trees age the bark becomes more and more attractive as the outer layer becomes porcelain-smooth. Trees will thrive in high heat climates such as the southwestern states but also handle cold winters. Flowers are produced on new growth so winter damage from extreme cold and storms will not prevent the tree from flowering heavily that same season.

    Trees grow best in well drained soil in full sun but will tolerate light shade. Although trees will grow in deeper shade they will flower less aggressively.

    By: Red Panda Nursery

    Gardening facts about Lagerstroemia indica 'Twlight' plant

    How to Grow Lagerstroemia indica 'Twlight'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Lagerstroemia indica Dynamite® PP10296

    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
    Photo of Lagerstroemia indica Dynamite® PP10296 flower by littlegemtrees
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    Lagerstroemia 'Arapaho'

    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
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    Lagerstroemia speciosa

    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
    Photo of Lagerstroemia speciosa flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Lagerstroemia indica Pink Velour® PP10319

    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
    Photo of Lagerstroemia indica Pink Velour® PP10319 flower, foliage by Almost Eden
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    Lagerstroemia 'Sioux'

    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
    Photo of Lagerstroemia 'Sioux' flower, foliage by Fantastic Plants
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