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Lagerstroemia indica 'Saint Emillion'
Wonderful small tree for late summer colour. Large heads of crimson red crinkled flowers make a spectacular show. The attractive rich green leaves turn red and orange in Autumn. Prefers a sunny warm site. The trunk develops interesting bark as bush matures. Deciduous. Hardy to frosts in areas with warm sunny summers.
Genus
Lagerstroemia
Species
indica
Cultivar
'Saint Emillion'
Common name
Crepe myrtle
Family name
Lythraceae
Place of origin
China/Japan
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Deciduous
Soil Type
Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Avoid wet soil.
Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Enthusiast / Immaculate / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Whimsical
Trees
Category
Small 4.5 to 9 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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