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Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle tree with saturated dark watermelon red blooms.
Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle with saturated dark watermelon red blooms.
Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle with saturated dark watermelon red blooms against green foliage.
Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle with saturated dark watermelon red blooms against vibrant foliage.
Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle with light beige and gray exfoliating bark and vibrant foliage.

Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle: Saturated Dark Watermelon Red Blooms

$45.99 
SKU: MEDI-CS-02

The Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle is a medium-sized tree that matures to 16ft tall and 12ft+ wide, renowned for its striking, rich watermelon red flowers. The popular Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle boasts a vibrant saturation of color, with blooms ranging from deep watermelon pink to rich wine red. The rounded leaves, which are small at 1-3 inches long, provide a beautiful contrast with their deep green hue.

With its light beige and gray exfoliating bark and fall foliage in shades of red, yellow, and orange, the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle offers year-round appeal. Its versatility makes it ideal for various uses, such as lining driveways, creating hedges, or serving as a standout specimen tree. Known for its reliable, richly saturated flower color, the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle is sure to be a highlight in any landscape.

  • Mature size: Grows to be 16ft tall and 12ft+ 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, hedge, shrub or bush, borders, 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
  • 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: Early summer through fall
  • Flower Color: Watermelon pink to wine red
  • Fall Foliage: Red, yellow, and orange
  • Exfoliating Bark Color: Light beige and gray
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Add the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle to your garden for a stunning display of vibrant, richly colored blooms and enjoy its impressive beauty throughout the seasons. Secure your Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle today and enhance your landscape with this exceptional variety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle stand out in a landscape?
The Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle is renowned for its vibrant, richly saturated watermelon red flowers, which range from deep watermelon pink to wine red. Its year-round appeal is enhanced by attractive exfoliating bark and colorful fall foliage, making it a striking focal point or versatile addition to landscaping.
How do I care for the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle to ensure vibrant blooms?
Plant the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle in full sun with well-draining soil, and water regularly during establishment. Once established, it can tolerate drought conditions, requiring only moderate watering and minimal maintenance to produce its stunning, long-lasting blooms.
In which USDA zones can I successfully grow the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle?
The Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle is suitable for USDA zones 7 through 10, allowing it to thrive in warmer climates with proper care. It is an excellent choice for southern gardens and regions with similar growing conditions.
How can I incorporate the Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle into my landscape design?
The Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle is versatile and can be used as a driveway or property line accent, hedge, border, or standalone specimen tree. Its vibrant blooms and beautiful fall foliage make it an eye-catching addition to any garden or landscape scheme.