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Crape Myrtle
Southern California's classic summer flowering tree. Crape Myrtle delivers vivid bloom color for months at a time, plus attractive bark and branch structure that holds visual interest even when it's not in bloom.
Mature Width10 to 15 feet
Sun ExposureFull sun
Growing ZonesUSDA zones 7 through 10
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Crape Myrtle in BloomBrand video coming soon, filmed at the nursery in Pacoima.
Why Crape Myrtle?
Crape Myrtle is the tree people picture when they think of Southern California summer color. Its blooms hold for months at a time, and even after the flowers fade, the smooth, mottled bark and sculptural branch form keep it visually interesting through fall and winter.
Give It Room to Be the Focal Point
Crape Myrtle is a specimen tree, not a hedge, it's meant to be planted alone and seen from every side. Plan for open space around it rather than crowding it with other planting, near an entry, a patio, or a lawn are all strong spots.
Care at a Glance
- Seasonality
- Deciduous, drops leaves in winter, blooms in summer
- Mature Height
- Commonly 15 to 25 feet depending on variety and pruning
- Mature Width
- 10 to 15 feet
- Sun Exposure
- Full sun
- Watering
- Deep watering 2 to 3x/week for the first 6 to 8 weeks after planting, then tapering, moderately drought-tolerant once established
- Growing Zones
- USDA zones 7 through 10
Frequently Bought Together
Soil amendments, fertilizer, and support stakes to help a new specimen tree establish.
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We are a working grower, not a re-seller. Contractors get direct-from-grower pricing, bulk quantities, and coordinated delivery to the job site.
See Wholesale PricingFrequently Asked Questions
When does Crape Myrtle bloom?
Typically in summer, with color that can last for several months in Southern California's climate.
Is Crape Myrtle evergreen?
No, it's deciduous, it drops its leaves in winter and leafs back out in spring. The bare branch structure and smooth bark still look attractive through the winter months.
What bloom colors are available?
Available colors vary by what's currently in stock, ask us what we have on hand when you request a quote.
How big does Crape Myrtle get?
Commonly 15 to 25 feet depending on variety and how it's pruned, with a spread of 10 to 15 feet. Give it open space to grow into as a true focal point.
Do you deliver and plant, or just deliver?
Both. Choose delivery only, or add professional planting so our crew installs it for you.