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Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia Hybrid 'Gamad I'
Pronunciation: la-ger-STRE-mee-a
SKU #04190
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; reaches 3 to 5 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A dazzling show of color that begins with bronze new leaves that mature to dark green, followed by masses of brilliant red flowers, and finally fall foliage that changes to a vibrant red-purple. Its compact habit and disease resistant foliage means easier care in shrub borders. Drought tolerant when established. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | California Lilac (Ceanothus); Loropetalum (Loropetalum); False Heather (Cuphea); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Daylily (Hemerocallis) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed in early spring. Thin young trees in late winter, leaving 3 to 7 main trunks or canopy branches. Remove emerging suckers from base of older trees. |
Details
| Description | A dazzling show of color that begins with bronze new leaves that mature to dark green, followed by masses of brilliant red flowers, and finally fall foliage that changes to a vibrant red-purple. Its compact habit and disease resistant foliage means easier care in shrub borders. Drought tolerant when established. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | California Lilac (Ceanothus); Loropetalum (Loropetalum); False Heather (Cuphea); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Daylily (Hemerocallis) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed in early spring. Thin young trees in late winter, leaving 3 to 7 main trunks or canopy branches. Remove emerging suckers from base of older trees. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle produce flowers?
Summer
Is Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle evergreen or deciduous?
Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle?
Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle is Fall Color, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle resistant to pests or animals?
Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle grow?
Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle in my landscape?
Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
What color are Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle flowers?
Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle?
Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle?
Good companion plants for Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle include: California Lilac (Ceanothus); Loropetalum (Loropetalum); False Heather (Cuphea); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Daylily (Hemerocallis).
How do I care for Cherry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle?
Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed in early spring. Thin young trees in late winter, leaving 3 to 7 main trunks or canopy branches. Remove emerging suckers from base of older trees.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.