Lagerstroemia 'Potomac'

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Potomac Pink Crape Myrtle

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Steve Mullany

Description

This Crape Myrtle is an upright tall shrub or small tree which grows to 25' tall and 12' wide. It has interesting mottled bark, blooms with clear pink flowers in the summer; and leaves turn orange in fall. It is mildew-resistant and does well in areas with hot summers. Crape myrtles bloom on new wood so prune in winter/early spring to increase flowering.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Street Tree, Walkways

Special Uses

Container, Erosion Control, Hedge, Shade Tree, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).