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LAGERSTROEMIA indica RHAPSODY IN PINK 'Whit VIII'
Crape Myrtle

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:: Lythraceae :: LAGERSTROEMIA :: indica :: RHAPSODY IN PINK 'Whit VIII'
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Main asset

Spectacular colours on a plant tolerant to powdery mildew.

Remarks

This variety is one of the first appeared with dark foliage. It was then used in many crosses.
Prune shortly in begining of spring (end of March)

The dark purple foliage of this variety contrasts with its bright pink bloom, which appears in late July to early September. The second flowering appears on the same clusters.

  • Uses: Specimen, shrub beds

Global caracteristics:

  • Type of foliage: deciduous
  • Habit: bushy
  • Height: 2.5 m x 2 m (8 ft x 6.5 ft)
  • Growth: fast
  • Flowering period: july to september

Shape and colours:

  • Foliage shape: oval
  • Foliage colour: purple
  • Foliage colour in autumn: red
  • Flowers shape: clusters of flowers with crispy petals
  • Flowers colour: pink

Plantation:

  • Soil type: drained
  • Exposure: sun
  • Hardiness: - 15 °C (5 °F - USDA zone 7b)