Crape myrtle cultivars have differing sizes of mature height that include dwarf (less than 4 feet), semi- dwarf (less than 12 feet), intermediate (less than 20 feet), and tree (greater than 20 feet).

Most crape myrtles bloom for 80 to 100 days in a season. 'Muskogee' has a 120-day bloom season. It is large, about 20 feet tall, and begins blooming in early May.

Link: The best crape myrtle varieties, based on color and size. Prune right, don't commit 'crape murder' Advertisement. ... Red: True red crape myrtles have been elusive, but no longer.

Dark pink/red: Tonto - light brown bark, fuchsia red flowers, rounded habit and good resistance to powdery mildew, maroon fall leaf color, 8-12 feet in 10 years.. Tuscarora - light brown bark and ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at gnogardening@agcenter.lsu.edu. Our 10-year-old crape myrtles turned brilliant colors in early ...

But I've never known a `Natchez' or any crape myrtle to change bloom color. I asked around for an explanation. While one source noted that `Dynamite,' a red crape, may show some white in its ...

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For tree-form crape myrtles, choose medium or large varieties like Dynamite, Muskogee, or Natchez. In zone 6, try Red Rocket for its cold-hardiness properties. About the Expert ...

Crape myrtles have it all, ... lavender and red. In addition to the bright colors of the flowers, ... When crape myrtles are in bloom is the ideal time to select the exact blossom color you want.

The Dynamite crape myrtle, developed by Dr. Carl Whitcomb, is one of the most popular because of its deep red color and disease resistance.

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at gnogardening@agcenter.lsu.edu. My husband wants to plant crape myrtle trees on the side of the ...