Lagerstroemia indica 'New Orleans'

Crapemyrtle, Crepeflower

Family: Lythraceae Loosestrife


Type Shrub, groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 7A - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Spring through Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, cascades, container, erosion control, foundation, ground cover, massing, pollard, rock garden, standard, specimen
Height 24" to 4' / 60cm to 1.20m
Spread 4' to 8' / 1.20m to 2.40m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Deciduous
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal