Name: Southern Living® Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle Tree - Vibrant Red Ornamental Shrub
SKU: 418
Price: 83.95 USD
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Southern Living® Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle Tree - Vibrant Red Ornamental Shrub

$83.95

$100.95

Features profuse, long-lasting scarlet red flower clusters throughout the summer season.
Exhibits high resistance to common fungal issues, including powdery mildew.
Maintains a compact, manageable growth habit suitable for smaller garden spaces.
Demonstrates significant drought tolerance once established in the landscape.
Provides year-round visual interest with exfoliating bark and colorful foliage.

Size: 2-3 feet Multi-stem

Vibrant Landscape Enhancement with Scarlet Crape Myrtle

The Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle is an ornamental deciduous tree selected for its intense red floral display and structural reliability. Designed to thrive in various landscape settings, this cultivar provides a consistent aesthetic appeal from late spring through autumn.

Botanical Characteristics and Performance

This variety is engineered to address common maintenance concerns associated with traditional crape myrtles. The foliage and blooms are specifically selected for increased resistance to powdery mildew, reducing the need for chemical interventions. Its growth habit is naturally compact, which minimizes the necessity for frequent structural pruning to maintain a desired silhouette.

Seasonal Visual Interest

Spring/Summer: Produces dense, vibrant scarlet flower panicles that attract pollinators.
Autumn: Foliage transitions into warm seasonal hues before leaf drop.
Winter: The trunk features characteristic exfoliating bark, providing texture and visual interest during dormant months.

Planting and Care Guidelines

For optimal performance, plant in a location that receives full sun exposure. While the tree is drought-tolerant once the root system is fully established, consistent moisture during the first growing season is recommended for healthy development. It adapts well to various soil types provided there is adequate drainage.