The Persian Rose Passion™ Crape Myrtle, another Southern Charm Crape Myrtles original, is a captivating addition to any garden. This variety boasts darker magenta flowers that evoke the rich hues of a Persian rose, creating a striking contrast against its dark glossy green leaves. Maturing to a manageable 8-10ft tall and wide making it perfect for those seeking a vibrant yet compact crape myrtle.
With its natural bushy growth, Persian Rose Passion™ is an excellent choice for privacy hedges, offering both beauty and functionality. It can also be pruned into a small tree, making it versatile for a variety of landscape designs. Persian Rose Passion™ is an exceptionally hardy variety thrives in a range of conditions, ensuring robust growth and prolific blooming.
The light beige and brown exfoliating bark of Persian Rose Passion™ adds year-round interest, while the fall foliage brings a stunning display of red, orange, and yellow, further enhancing its appeal. Whether you’re looking to create a vibrant hedge or a standalone specimen, Persian Rose Passion™ offers unmatched beauty and durability.
- Mature size: Grows to 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 7-10
- Uses: Line your driveway or property line, use as a great privacy hedge, lovely borders, unique shrub or bush or as a bold eye catching landscape focal point or specimen tree
- Drought-resistant: Can tolerate dry conditions once established
- Non-invasive roots: Won't damage nearby structures or plants
- Growth Rate: Moderate to 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: Spring through fall
- Flower Color: Dark magenta, reminiscent of the Persian rose
- Fall Foliage: Red, orange, and yellow
- Exfoliating Bark Color: Light beige and brown
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Persian Rose Passion™ is an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, high-impact plant. Its rich magenta flowers and glossy foliage ensure that it stands out in any landscape, making it a must-have for crape myrtle enthusiasts. With its robust growth and vibrant color, this variety is sure to enhance the beauty of your garden.
