Plant Profile: Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'

The Catawba Crape Myrtle is a petite flowering tree known for its enduring dark purple blooms that emerge in late summer. In spring, it showcases new leaves with a bronze hue, transitioning to a striking orange-red in the fall. Its smooth bark adds to its year-round appeal. While it naturally tends to grow multiple trunks, it can be cultivated as a single trunk. Additionally, this variety has been developed to resist mildew.

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