Crape Myrtle | Drought Tolerant Trees

The Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) has good reasons why this it is so popular: it grows to an ideal height, the canopy establishes very quickly and evenly, and the bloom cycles are exceptionally long. Crape Myrtles are known to show their beautiful red-pink flowers from early spring all the way into the fall.

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Water Needs

Moist to dry soil

Exposure

Full sun

Height

25 feet

Growth Rate

24 inches per season

Flowers

Summer
Showy, lavender, pink, red, rose or white

Fruit

Fall
Small brown capsule

Pest & Disease

Susceptible to Aphids, Powdery Mildew and Sooty Mold

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To learn more about creating a water wise landscape, check out our complete list of the best drought tolerant and drought resistant trees for North County San Diego. You can also contact our Certified Arborist to ask a question!

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