Crape Myrtle 'Scarlet' (Red)

Crape Myrtles have recently become one of the most popular choices of flowering trees for gardens and landscapes throughout Long Island. Their extravagant bloom sessions during Summer and beautifully-colored, mottled bark are the main characteristics that have made them such a popular choice. Crape Myrtles prefer a sunny, hot location and prefer to be kept out of cold/exposed locations. Make sure to place this tree in a visible location as its flower displays are truly remarkable in the midst of the summer. Additional Information: Latin Name: Lagerstroemia 'Scarlet' Plant Type: Tree Shrub Type: Deciduous Exposure: Full Sun Deer Resistant: No Mature Height: 15-20 Feet Mature Width: 8-12 Feet Hardiness Zone: Zone 6-9 Bloom Time: July to September Flower Colors: Red Habit: Rounded Water Needs: Average Maintenance: Easy Pruning Time: Late Fall Additional attribute: Showy Summer Flowers Bird Friendly Fall Color Attractive Bark Drought Tolerate Landscape Uses: Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Specimen, Urban Garden