Tonto Fuchsia-Red Crapemyrtle
This semi-dwarf variety has large clusters of blooms ranging from dark fuchsia to red that last throughout the summer. Tonto is a cross with L. fauriei with superior resistance to leaf spot and powdery mildew. Tonto displays dark green foliage that turns a beautiful orange-red in the fall. Exfoliating bark adds winter interest.
| Category: | Ornamental, Deciduous, Flowering |
|---|---|
| Size: | Small |
| Adaptability: | Urban Tolerant, Alkaline Soil Tolerant, Acidic Soil, Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant |
| Fall Color: | Orange, Red |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Native Habitat: | Asia - East |
| Hardiness: | 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Form: | Round, Upright |
| Mature Size: | 10' tall by 6' wide |
| Seasonal Interest: | Semi-glossy dark green; young leaves emerge dark bronze . Exfoliating colors on the trunk and branches |
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