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Centennial Crape Myrtle with saturated dark purple flowers in garden setting.
Centennial Crape Myrtle shrub with saturated dark purple flowers.
Centennial Crape Myrtle with saturated dark purple flowers and green leaves.
Centennial Crape Myrtle with light green leaves and exfoliating bark, thriving in a garden setting.

Centennial Crape Myrtle: Elegant Shrub with Saturated, Dark Purple Flowers

$49.99 
SKU: DWARF-CE-04

The Centennial Crape Myrtle is a stunning and highly sought-after ornamental shrub that is sure to add a touch of elegance and beauty to your garden. This variety of crape myrtle is valued for its vibrant and showy rich purple blooms, which appear from mid-summer through fall. It has unique light green almond shaped leaves, making the dark purple flowers even more vibrant. 

The Centennial Crape Myrtle is a moderately fast-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 8-10 feet tall wide making it perfect for small to medium-sized gardens, patios, or as a statement piece in any landscape. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and requires minimal pruning and care. In the fall, the leaves of the Centennial Crape Myrtle turn a beautiful golden yellow color, providing additional interest and beauty to your landscape. The Centennial Crape Myrtle is a low-maintenance option for any garden. As an added bonus, the Centennial Crape Myrtle is a pollinator-friendly plant, attracting bees and butterflies to your garden. 

  • Mature size: Grows to be 8-10ft+ tall and wide
  • Plant and Pot Size When Shipped: Plants ships 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 7-10
  • UsesBorders, hedges, specimen plant, line your driveway or property or landscape focal point for small yards 
  • Drought-resistant: Can tolerate dry conditions once established
  • Non-invasive roots: Won't damage nearby structures or plants
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • 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: Mid-Summer into Fall
  • Flower Color: Dark Purple
  • Fall Foliage: Golden Yellow and Orange
  • Exfoliating Bark Color: Beige and Gray
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With its stunning blooms, hardy nature, and minimal maintenance requirements, the lovely dark purple Centennial Crape Myrtle is a must-have for any garden enthusiast. Buy yours today and add a burst of color and beauty to your outdoor space!