
Red Crape Myrtle Plant
The Red Crape Myrtle, aka Dynamite Crepe Myrtle, is a stunning flowering tree grown in zones 7-9. It reaches a height of 20-30 ft and is loved for its vibrant red blooms.Red Crape MyrtleThe red crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Rubra') is a popular cultivar of crape myrtle that is known for its vibrant red blooms. It is a small to medium-sized tree that typically grows to be 15-25 feet tall and wide. Red crape myrtles have a rounded crown and spreading branches. The leaves are dark green and oval-shaped. The flowers are produced in large clusters at the end of each branch. The flowers are trumpet-shaped and have a sweet fragrance.Red crape myrtles are relatively easy to grow and care for. They prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Red crape myrtles are tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, but they prefer acidic soil.To grow a red crape myrtle, choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Plant the tree in the spring or fall. Water the tree regularly, especial