Lagerstroemia indica 'GAMAD VI' PP22,161 ~ Monrovia® Berry Dazzle® Dwarf Crape Myrtle

Monrovia® Berry Dazzle Dwarf Crape Myrtle is a upright deciduous shrub with an arching crown and exfoliating bark.  The oval dark green leaves emerge burgundy and turn dark red in fall.  The heavy blooms of rich red panicles smother the branches all summer and into fall.  Best color in full sun and rich, well-drained acidic soil.  Berry Dazzle has good drought and heat tolerance, and excellent mildew resistance . Type:  Shrub Height:  3' - 5' Spread:  2’ - 3' Spacing:  3' USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Red Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew.  LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundational Planting, and Hedges. COMPANION PLANTS: Indian Hawthorn, Catnip, Butterfly Bush