True Bayou Marie Crape Myrtle is a fast-growing dwarf variety that reaches about 6-8ft tall and wide at maturity. While sometimes incorrectly classified as a miniature, we’ve found that the Bayou Marie Crape Myrtle grows larger, making it perfect for those seeking a substantial shrub or a small tree. Contrary to some descriptions, the Bayou Marie Crape Myrtle does not produce true red or pink flowers. Instead, it boasts large baby pink blooms that can grow up to 18 inches long on bushy branches. The weight of these large flower clusters causes the branches to weep gracefully, adding to its unique charm.
At Southern Charm, we’re obsessed with color and true-to-form growth, and the Bayou Marie Crape Myrtle delivers on both fronts. This crape myrtle will grow into a large, thick shrub or can be pruned to form a small tree. It's beautiful yellow and gold fall foliage, combined with light gray and beige exfoliating bark, ensures that the Bayou Marie Crape Myrtle provides year-round visual interest in your garden.
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Mature size: Grows to be 6-8ft tall and wide
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Plant and Pot Size When Shipped: Plants ship 2-4ft tall, well-rooted in 1.15-quart pots with soil. We do not sell bare root plants
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USDA Growing Zone: Suitable for growing in zones 7-10
- Uses: Borders, hedge, shrub or bush, line your driveway or property line, a lovely specimen tree or garden focal point,
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Drought-resistant: Can tolerate dry conditions once established
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Non-invasive roots: Won't damage nearby structures or plants
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Growth Rate: Moderate-Fast
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Moderate watering: Requires regular watering when becoming established, very drought resistant when established
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All soil types: Can thrive in a variety of soil types
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Full sun: Requires full sunlight (6hrs+), to produce the best blooms
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Bloom Season: Early summer through fall
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Flower Color: Large baby pink blooms
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Fall Foliage: Yellow and gold
- Exfoliating Bark Color: Light gray and beige
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If you’re looking for a fast-growing, thick, and bushy crape myrtle with stunning baby pink blooms, the Bayou Marie Crape Myrtle is the perfect choice. Whether you let it grow naturally as a large shrub or prune it into a small tree, it’s sure to be a standout in any landscape. Order yours today and enjoy the beauty and resilience of this unique variety.
