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| Dimensions | N/A |
|---|---|
| Tree Size | 15 Gallon, 30 Gallon |
Twilight Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica ‘Twilight’)
Twilight Crape Myrtles (Lagerstroemia indica ‘Twilight’) is a popular, fast-growing tree known for its striking purple flowers, mottled bark, and vibrant fall foliage. It typically reaches a mature height of 15-25 feet and a width of 10-15 feet, making it suitable for various landscape settings. This variety is favored for its long-lasting summer blooms, attracting pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies, and its attractive bark that provides year-round visual interest.
- Height: 15-25 feet
- Width: 10-15 feet
- Growth Rate: Fast, gaining 3-5 feet per year in optimal conditions
- Flower Color: Bright purple
- Flowering Period: Summer, up to 120 days
- Foliage: Glossy green, bronze when new, turning yellow, burgundy, or orange in the fall
- Bark: Mottled, exfoliating (peeling)
- Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6 hours)
- Other Characteristics: Resistant to powdery mildew, aphids, and drought once established
