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Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia hybrid 'PIILAG III' PP #23,178
Pronunciation: la-ger-STRE-mee-a
SKU #09788
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 4 to 5 ft. wide.
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| Description | A beautiful, upright, mid-size shrub with large panicles of brilliant red blooms. The disease resistant foliage starts as maroon-red in spring and transitions into dark green. May repeat-bloom in late summer if spent flower heads are pruned. An ideal specimen plant, container accent, or for grouping in any size of garden. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer to early fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Container, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Chaste Tree (Vitex); Mexican Heather (Cuphea) |
| 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 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. |
| History | Dr. Michael A. Dirr has a knack for breeding unique plants that stand out in the landscape. He strives to select varieties with heavy flowering, compact & dense habit, disease resistance and colorful new growth. This is one in a series of new mid-size Crape Myrtle selections that encompass all of the key qualities that anyone would relish in the garden. |
Details
| Description | A beautiful, upright, mid-size shrub with large panicles of brilliant red blooms. The disease resistant foliage starts as maroon-red in spring and transitions into dark green. May repeat-bloom in late summer if spent flower heads are pruned. An ideal specimen plant, container accent, or for grouping in any size of garden. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer to early fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, 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 | Container, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Chaste Tree (Vitex); Mexican Heather (Cuphea) |
Care
| 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 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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History
| History | Dr. Michael A. Dirr has a knack for breeding unique plants that stand out in the landscape. He strives to select varieties with heavy flowering, compact & dense habit, disease resistance and colorful new growth. This is one in a series of new mid-size Crape Myrtle selections that encompass all of the key qualities that anyone would relish in the garden. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle produce flowers?
Summer to early fall
Is Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle evergreen or deciduous?
Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle?
Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle is Attractive Bark, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle resistant to pests or animals?
Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle grow?
Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle in my landscape?
Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle is suitable for: Container, Privacy Screen.
What color are Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle flowers?
Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle?
Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle?
Good companion plants for Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle include: Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Chaste Tree (Vitex); Mexican Heather (Cuphea).
How do I care for Red Rooster® 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 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.
What is the history of Red Rooster® Crape Myrtle?
Dr. Michael A. Dirr has a knack for breeding unique plants that stand out in the landscape. He strives to select varieties with heavy flowering, compact & dense habit, disease resistance and colorful new growth. This is one in a series of new mid-size Crape Myrtle selections that encompass all of the key qualities that anyone would relish in the garden.
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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.