Lagerstroemia x indica – Sioux

Description

Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei – Sioux

Part of the ‘Indian Summer’ Crepe Myrtle Range

HEIGHT: 4.0m

WIDTH: 3.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Vase shaped

FOLIAGE: Green foliage changes to reds and oranges in Autumn.

FLOWERS: An abundance of vibrant pink flowers during Summer and Autumn.

 DESCRIPTION: This mildew resistant Crepe myrtle has an abundance of vibrant pink flowers during Summer and Autumn. Foliage is green changing to red and orange in Autumn. This tree also has attractive mottled bark on the trunk. Pruning is recommended to develop strong growth.

 LANDSCAPE USES: Feature, avenue or Summer colour.

 TOLERANCES: This variety is mildew resistant. Prefers well drained rich soil in a sunny position. Pruning is recommended to develop strong growth.

 TREE CARE: Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.