Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'
Displays large, long lasting clusters of dark purple crepe-like flowers. Handsome foliage has bronze hue in spring, is bright green in summer, and turns vibrant orange-red in autumn. Mildew resistant. Develops a nicely shaped naturally rounded dome as it matures. Deciduous.
| Plant Type | Trees |
| Hardiness Zone | 7-9 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 10' - 15' (ft) |
| Spread | 10' - 15' (ft) |
| Spacing | 14' (ft) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Great Foliage, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Pollinators |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Specimen |
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Catawba Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'
Displays large, long lasting clusters of dark purple crepe-like flowers. Handsome foliage has bronze hue in spring, is bright green in summer, and turns vibrant orange-red in autumn. Mildew resistant. Develops a nicely shaped naturally rounded dome as it matures. Deciduous. |
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