Plants That Survive and Thrive on the OBX – Crape Myrtle
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Crape Myrtle or Crepe Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica
Crape Myrtle is a southern garden favorite. It has often been referred to as the Flower of the South. They have a long blooming season starting in May and lasting well past summer; with flowers lasting 90 to 120 days.
Crape Myrtles can be easily shaped and formed into a small tree or a large shrub depending on the area making them very versatile.
Crape Myrtles have a unique patterned bark and beautiful foliage in the Fall.
Highlights
- Full Sun
- Drought tolerant
- Deer Resistant
- Low Maintenance
- Various Soil Conditions
- Moderate to rapid growth
Diseases & Pests
- Powdery Mildew
- Aphids
- Sooty Mold
- Leaf Spot
Take a trip to the Outer Banks Arboretum and Teaching Garden to see for yourself the beautiful row of Crape Myrtles lining the Butterfly Garden.
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