Lagerstroemia 'Red Hot' ~ Black Diamond® Red Hot™ Crape Myrtle blue-leaf Inconspicuous red spring flowers

Inconspicuous red spring flowers

Grows best with consistently moist well-drained soils

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COMPANION PLANTS:  Aster

Lagerstroemia 'Red Hot' ~ Black Diamond® Red Hot™ Crape Myrtle blue-leaf Inconspicuous red spring flowersRed Hot Crape Myrtle is a compact tree with an upright habit and intense inky black foliage that holds its color in summer. Large contrasting panicles that open white and rapidly become rich red bloom throughout summer until frost. Prefers full sun and moist, well drained soil. Red Hot is drought tolerant and has high mildew resistance. Type: Tree Height: 10' 12' Spread: 6 8' Spacing: 7' USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom