Whitcomb Crapemyrtle Rhapsody in Pink
Best vibrant blooms for effortless garden beauty.
This crapemyrtle offers a unique visual appeal with its soft pink flowers and nearly purple new foliage. It's a resilient choice, boasting high resistance to common plant diseases and a tolerance for various soil conditions. While it prefers full sun, its adaptability and pollinator-attracting qualities make it a valuable addition to many gardens.
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting, showy floral displays for their outdoor spaces
- Homeowners desiring a resilient, low-maintenance flowering shrub or small tree
- Landscape designers and gardeners wanting multi-seasonal beauty from their plantings
Who should skip it
- Enthusiasts in colder climates needing winter protection or specific varieties
- Beginners preferring plants with minimal structural or bloom-specific pruning needs
- Gardeners with predominantly shady yards or limited full-sun planting locations
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
6-9
Mature Height
6-10 Feet
Mature Spread
8-12 Inches
Bark Color
Tan
Bark Type
Exfoliating, Smooth
Cultural Information
Leaf Scorch - High Resistance, Leaf Spot - Moderate Resistance, Powdery Mildew - Low Resistance
Flower Color
Pink
Growth Habit
Compact Growing
Growth Rate
Medium
Leaf Color Fall
Dark Yellow/Gold, Orange/Brilliant Orange, Red/Brilliant Red
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