Crape Myrtle Lunar Magic®

Add white summer flowers and dark foliage for clean, high-contrast landscape color. Lunar Magic® Crape Myrtle produces bright white flower clusters above deep burgundy foliage. Its compact form creates a refined accent in sunny foundations, mixed borders, and mass plantings.

Growing Guide

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
• Mature Height: 7'–9'
• Mature Width: 5'–7'
• Spacing: 6'
• Soil: Average, well-drained soil
• Water Needs: Moderate during establishment; low once established
• Growth Rate: Fast

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia 'Lunar Magic'
• Common Name: Lunar Magic® Crape Myrtle
• Plant Type: Deciduous Flowering Shrub
• Bloom Color: White
• Season of Interest: Summer , Fall
• Foliage: Deciduous
• Growth Habit: Compact and Upright
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes

Key Features

• Bright white summer flowers
• Dark burgundy foliage
• Strong color contrast
• Compact upright habit
• Heat tolerant

Landscape Uses

• Foundation plantings
• Accent plantings
• Mixed borders
• Mass plantings
• Containers

Planting & Care Tips

• Plant in full sun.
• Use well-drained soil.
• Water regularly during establishment.
• Prune in late winter if shaping is needed.

Companion Plants

• Buxus Green Gem
• Nandina Cool Glow® Lime
• Carex Evergold
• Liriope Big Blue
• Juniper Blue Rug

Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.

All plants are shipped through UPS ground services.  

Estimated Shipping Time: Your order may ship immediately, however most orders ship in 1-2 business days (we do not ship on weekends) from date of purchase. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.

If you ordered more than one plant, you will receive multiple shipments. This is to get your plants to you as soon as possible. However, shipping schedules can change due to unforeseen events, such as unpredictable weather. We appreciate your patience.