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Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia 'Biloxi'

Phonetic Spelling
la-ger-STROH-mee-ah
Description

'Biloxi' Crape Myrtle is a pale pink flowering deciduous small vase-shaped tree.  It was bred to have a long bloom season, better winter hardiness, drought tolerance and increased resistance to powdery mildew.  This is a great choice for urban areas that have small spaces.  

Pruning should be completed in winter or early spring, as this plant blooms on new wood.  

A layer of organic mulch will help keep the plant retain moisture.

Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems:  The Clemson Cooperative Extension Home & Garden Information Center has a factsheet on common crape myrtle pests and diseases.

More information on Lagerstroemia.

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Cultivars / Varieties:
Tags:
#showy flowers#deciduous#small tree#small spaces#drought tolerant#specimen#pink flowers#air pollution tolerant#street tree#lawn tree#long bloom time#compaction tolerant#flowers midsummer#deciduous tree#winter hardy#urban conditions tolerant#patio
 
Cultivars / Varieties:
Tags:
#showy flowers#deciduous#small tree#small spaces#drought tolerant#specimen#pink flowers#air pollution tolerant#street tree#lawn tree#long bloom time#compaction tolerant#flowers midsummer#deciduous tree#winter hardy#urban conditions tolerant#patio
  • Attributes:
    Genus:
    Lagerstroemia
    Family:
    Lythraceae
    Life Cycle:
    Woody
    Particularly Resistant To (Insects/Diseases/Other Problems):
    Powdery Mildew
    Dimensions:
    Height: 12 ft. 0 in. - 15 ft. 0 in.
    Width: 15 ft. 0 in. - 25 ft. 0 in.
  • Whole Plant Traits:
    Plant Type:
    Tree
    Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics:
    Deciduous
    Habit/Form:
    Vase
    Growth Rate:
    Medium
    Texture:
    Medium
  • Cultural Conditions:
    Light:
    Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
    USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
    7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
  • Flowers:
    Flower Color:
    Pink
    Flower Value To Gardener:
    Long Bloom Season
    Showy
    Flower Bloom Time:
    Summer
    Flower Description:
    Showy pale pink flowers appear mid-summer and have a long-lasting bloom time.
  • Leaves:
    Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics:
    Deciduous
    Hairs Present:
    No
  • Stem:
    Stem Is Aromatic:
    No
  • Landscape:
    Landscape Location:
    Lawn
    Patio
    Small Space
    Landscape Theme:
    Drought Tolerant Garden
    Design Feature:
    Flowering Tree
    Small Tree
    Specimen
    Street Tree
    Resistance To Challenges:
    Compaction
    Diseases
    Drought
    Pollution
    Urban Conditions