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Lagerstroemia indica 'Potomac'

Crape Myrtle

These small, multi-branched shrubs to small single-trunked trees are known for their ornamental flowers, bark and foliage. The large showy clusters of flowers range from white to pink to red to purple. The upright-arching trunks have gray to brown bark, which peels away to reveal the smooth pale-pink inner bark. Plant against a light-colored wall for the best effect.
Lagerstroemia indica, Crape Myrtle
The dark green foliage of this deciduous, 7 to 9-feet-high shrub turns golden-yellow in fall. Large clusters of clear pink flowers bloom in summer and early fall. Prune to increase next year's bloom.

Attributes - Lagerstroemia indica 'Potomac'

Plant Type: Shrub

Bloom Season: Early Summer through Early Fall

Flower Color: Pink

Foliage: Deciduous

Height: 7 ft. to 9 ft.

Width: 6 ft.

Sunlight: Full Sun

Climate: Zones 6, 7, 8, 9

Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates, Hot Climates. Drought Tolerant, Long Blooming, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers. Susceptible to Powdery Mildew.

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