Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills

Patent #: PPAF

Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica x speciosa

HARDINESS:

Zones 2-5

POT SIZE:

2 Gallon

SIZE:

25' H x 15' W

SPACING:

15’

PRUNE:

Late winter/early spring before new growth begins to flush. Can cut down to 4” if wanting to maintain a shorter habit or can selectively prune each branch to keep your plant growing as a tree

PLANT FOOD:

Slow-release granular recommended

MULCH:

Keep a layer of mulch around the base of the plant year-round to conserve water and reduce weeds

IDEAS FOR USE:

In warmer climates, plant these as statement landscape trees. In cooler climates, enjoy as annuals in a decorative container on your porch or patio.

BLOOM TIME

Summer & Fall

WATER

Water Until Established

LIGHT

Full Sun - 6 of more hours of direct sunlight daily

Striking new tropical Crape Myrtle. Stunning near-black leaves and giant clusters of violet flowers. Fast growing upright small tree that makes a gorgeous patio plant. Dark foliage in summer and brilliant flowers in fall

Past Performances

These previously shown stars are not part of the Proven Winners brand and are no longer being grown at our facility.