Lagerstroemia ‘Arapaho’
Dark Magenta Red Crapemyrtle
The search for the right red crape myrtle continues and Arapaho makes a worthy bid. The flower color is vivid, the bark attractive, the foliage is clean and colorful in the fall. Our more northern customers have reported good results with cold hardiness.
| Category: | Ornamental, Deciduous, Flowering |
|---|---|
| Size: | Small |
| Adaptability: | Urban Tolerant, Alkaline Soil Tolerant, Acidic Soil, Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant |
| Fall Color: | Red |
| Growth Rate: | Slow, Medium |
| Native Habitat: | Asia - East |
| Hardiness: | 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Form: | Round, Upright |
| Mature Size: | 20' tall by 15' wide |
| Seasonal Interest: | Maroon-tinged foliage. Exfoliating colors on the trunk and branches |
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