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Caddo Crape Myrtle with cascading pink blooms showcasing graceful weeping elegance.
Graceful weeping elegance of Caddo Crape Myrtle with pink blooms cascading beautifully.
Graceful weeping Caddo Crape Myrtle with pink blooms in landscape.
Caddo Crape Myrtle with cinnamon red exfoliating bark, showcasing graceful weeping elegance.
Caddo Crape Myrtle with cascading pink blooms showcasing graceful weeping elegance.
Graceful weeping elegance of Caddo Crape Myrtle with pink blooms cascading beautifully.
Graceful weeping Caddo Crape Myrtle with pink blooms in landscape.
Caddo Crape Myrtle with cinnamon red exfoliating bark, showcasing graceful weeping elegance.

Caddo Crape Myrtle: Graceful, Weeping Elegance for Your Landscape

$45.99 
SKU: DWARF-CAD-03
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The Caddo Crape Myrtle is a charming dwarf variety that brings graceful beauty to any garden. Named after the Caddo Native Americans who lived in mound shaped homes, the Caddo Crape Myrtle is a weeping, fast-growing tree matures to a height and width of 8-10ft.  Its long, sprawling branches create a lovely mounding shape. Its soft pink flowers grow from many points on its long weeping branches, cascading gracefully for a stunning visual effect.

The Caddo Crape Myrtle is perfect for creating privacy hedges, offering both beauty and function. This prolific bloomer is disease and insect resistant, ensuring a healthy and vibrant addition to your landscape. Its elegant, cascading form and lovely pink blooms and its cinnamon red exfoliating bark make the Caddo Crape Myrtle a standout choice for those seeking a unique and attractive small tree.

  • Mature size: Grows to be 8-10ft tall and wide
  • Plant and Pot Size When Shipped: Plants ship 1-4ft tall, well-rooted in 1.15-quart pots with soil. We do not sell bare root plants
  • USDA Growing Zone: Suitable for growing in zones 6-10
  • Uses: Line your driveway or property line, borders, shrub or bush, stunning focal point or specimen tree or large privacy hedge
  • Drought-resistant: Can tolerate dry conditions once established
  • Non-invasive roots: Won't damage nearby structures or plants
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Moderate watering: Requires regular watering when becoming established, very drought resistant when established
  • All soil types: Can thrive in a variety of soil types
  • Full sun: Requires full sunlight (6hrs+), to produce the best blooms
  • Bloom Season: Summer into Fall
  • Flower Color: Pink
  • Fall Foliage: Shades of orange, and yellow
  • Exfoliating Bark Color: Bright Cinnamon Red and Beige
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The Caddo Crape Myrtle is a perfect addition to any garden or landscape, offering unmatched beauty and vibrant color. Its dense and rich flower clusters make it ideal for creating stunning hedges or serving as eye-catching specimen trees. Order your Caddo Crape Myrtle today and enjoy some of the brightest pink blooms available from Southern Charm Crape Myrtles, LLC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Caddo Crape Myrtle a great choice for small gardens and landscape borders?
The Caddo Crape Myrtle is ideal for small gardens and borders because it grows to a manageable 8-10 feet, features a graceful weeping form, and produces vibrant pink blooms. Its dense, cascading branches create an attractive mound shape perfect for defining your landscape while adding color and elegance.
How do I care for my Caddo Crape Myrtle to ensure healthy growth and vibrant blooms?
Provide the Caddo Crape Myrtle with full sun (6+ hours daily), moderate watering during establishment, and well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought-resistant, requiring only occasional watering, and benefits from pruning to maintain its shape and promote abundant flowering.
Can the Caddo Crape Myrtle tolerate different soil types and climate conditions?
Yes, the Caddo Crape Myrtle thrives in various soil types and is suitable for USDA zones 6-10. Its drought-resistant nature and adaptability make it an excellent choice for a wide range of climates and landscapes.
What are the visual features that make the Caddo Crape Myrtle stand out in a garden?
The Caddo Crape Myrtle has soft pink flowers cascading from its long, weeping branches and features striking cinnamon red exfoliating bark, especially in fall. Its lush blooms and colorful fall foliage create a stunning visual appeal throughout the seasons.
How can I use the Caddo Crape Myrtle in my landscape design?
You can use the Caddo Crape Myrtle as a privacy hedge, a focal point, an accent tree, or as a border along driveways or property lines. Its vibrant blooms and elegant form make it versatile for creating eye-catching landscape features or screening areas.