Lagerstroemia indica 'Pocomoke' ~ Pocomoke Crape Myrtle

 Pocomoke Crape Myrtle is a dwarf multi-stemmed deciduous shrub.  The foliage emerges maroon and matures to a glossy dark green that turns rich bronze-red with fall, while the large dark pink panicles bloom on new wood in summer.  Best color in full sun and rich well-drained soil.  Pocomoke has excellent resistant to powdery mildew. Type:  Shrub Height:  3' - 5' Spread:  4’ - 5' Spacing:  4' USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Pink Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  Prune back in spring before bloom to promote flowers.  It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew.  Watch for aphids and scale.LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundation Planting, and Hedges. COMPANION PLANTS:  Magnolia, Lilyturf, Butterfly Bush IMAGE: Photo by David J. Stang, Lagerstroemia x Pocomoke 3zz, CC BY-SA 4.0