Crape Myrtle Emerald Empire® Garnet Queen™ - 2 Gallon

Emerald Empire® Crape myrtles are a new series with stunning emerald green foliage crowned with masses of garnet red blooms. Low-maintenance and drought tolerant, Garnet Queen™ emeralds bring beauty to every garden.

Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica

Hardiness: Zone 2-5: Landscape annual or patio containers. Zone 6: Perennial performance with mulch in the fall. Zone 7-11: Flowering tree or shrub

Size: 15' H x 10' W

Spacing: 10'

Prune: In late winter/early spring to desired shape

Plant Food: Slow-release granular recommended

Mulch: Keep a layer of mulch around the base of the plant year-round to conserve water and reduce weeds

Ideas For Use: Low-maintenance and drought tolerant.  Plant along your driveway for a nice lined entry, fast growing, pollinator attractor.

Disclaimer- If your color is slightly off when receiving your item it is because it is shipped in a dark box and it loves the sun. Just give it some sunlight and it will be back to its garnet red self in no time.