Lunar Magic Crape Myrtle is a compact deciduous shrub with multiple upright trunks forming a rounded habit. Its elliptical leaves are a striking near-black on dark red stems. Large panicles of crisp white crepe-paper like flowers bloom throughout summer, and can be deadheaded to extend its bloom through fall. Best color in full sun and rich well-drained soil. Lunar Magic is disease resistant, and tolerates drought and poor soils.
Type:
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Shrub
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Origins:
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India
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Height:
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7' - 9'
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Spread:
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5’ - 7'
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Spacing:
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6'
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USDA Hardiness Zone:
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7 - 9
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Culture:
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Full Sun, Part Sun
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Bloom Color:
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White
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Season of Interest:
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Summer, Fall
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water Regularly. Prune back in spring before bloom to promote flowers. It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew. Watch for aphids and scale.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundation Planting, and Street Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Indian Hawthorn, Butterfly Bush, Agastache
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.