Crape Myrtle Diamondette® Pink Marquis

Crape Myrtle Diamondette® Pink Marquis

Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica

HARDINESS:

6-10

POT SIZE:

2 Gallon

SIZE:

4’ H x 5’ W

SPACING:

5’

PRUNE:

Please do not commit crape murder! Selectively prune each branch back just enough to encourage additional branching and shape. Not wanting to grow a tree? You can trim your crape down to 4" every winter to help maintain a shorter height each spring.

PLANT FOOD:

Apply a slow release fertilizer in early spring

MULCH:

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

IDEAS FOR USE:

Specifically bred for its compact and dwarf habit, Pink Marquis is a great option for gardeners who do not have the space for a tall growing tree. If you love the black foliage and pretty flowers that crape myrtles provide but do not have the space in your garden, Pink Marquis is an excellent choice! Drought tolerant, low maintenance, highly resistant to mildew.

BLOOM TIME

Summer-Fall

WATER

every week until established

LIGHT

Full sun

Similar to our Black Diamonds, the Diamondette collection thrives in full sun and needs the light intensity in order to maintain its dark foliage.

Past Performances

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