Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'PIILAG B5' PP #25,476

Pronunciation: la-ger-STRE-mee-a IN-di-ka x fa-ru-EE-i
SKU #41710
6-10

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 5 ft. tall and wide.

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Description An upright, mid-size, early flowering and reblooming crape myrtle with sensational scarlet red flower clusters that will delight all summer long. Glossy foliage emerges red then matures to a dark green. Ideal as a container specimen, or in the landscape as a single accent or in groupings. Excellent heat tolerance and powdery mildew resistance. Deciduous.
Bloom Time Summer to fall
Deciduous/Evergreen Deciduous
Special Features Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form
Problems/Solutions Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, 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 Dark Green
Companion Plants Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Daylily (Hemerocallis); California Lilac (Ceanothus); Lilyturf (Liriope); Mexican Heather (Cuphea); Agapanthus (Agapanthus)
Care Instructions Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed before new growth begins in spring. Remove emerging suckers from base of older trees. Remove spent blooms to encourage rebloom.
History Introduced by renowned horticulturist Michael A. Dirr. This L. indica x L. fauriei hybrid exhibits excellence resistance to powdery mildew and Cercospora leaf spot and a compact, upright growth habit. Produces small berries in midsummer. Foliage turns a rich red color in fall.
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DescriptionAn upright, mid-size, early flowering and reblooming crape myrtle with sensational scarlet red flower clusters that will delight all summer long. Glossy foliage emerges red then matures to a dark green. Ideal as a container specimen, or in the landscape as a single accent or in groupings. Excellent heat tolerance and powdery mildew resistance. Deciduous.
Bloom TimeSummer to fall
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDrought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesLong Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsIndian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Daylily (Hemerocallis); California Lilac (Ceanothus); Lilyturf (Liriope); Mexican Heather (Cuphea); Agapanthus (Agapanthus)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed before new growth begins in spring. Remove emerging suckers from base of older trees. Remove spent blooms to encourage rebloom.
History
HistoryIntroduced by renowned horticulturist Michael A. Dirr. This L. indica x L. fauriei hybrid exhibits excellence resistance to powdery mildew and Cercospora leaf spot and a compact, upright growth habit. Produces small berries in midsummer. Foliage turns a rich red color in fall.

Frequently asked questions

Does Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle produce flowers?
Summer to fall
Is Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle evergreen or deciduous?
Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle?
Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle is Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle resistant to pests or animals?
Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle grow?
Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle in my landscape?
Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
What color are Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle flowers?
Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle?
Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle?
Good companion plants for Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle include: Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Daylily (Hemerocallis); California Lilac (Ceanothus); Lilyturf (Liriope); Mexican Heather (Cuphea); Agapanthus (Agapanthus).
How do I care for Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle?
Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed before new growth begins in spring. Remove emerging suckers from base of older trees. Remove spent blooms to encourage rebloom.
What is the history of Enduring™ Summer Red Crape Myrtle?
Introduced by renowned horticulturist Michael A. Dirr. This L. indica x L. fauriei hybrid exhibits excellence resistance to powdery mildew and Cercospora leaf spot and a compact, upright growth habit. Produces small berries in midsummer. Foliage turns a rich red color in fall.

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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.