The Biloxi Crape Myrtle is one of our favorite pink varieties, known for its HUGE baby pink flower clusters that add a soft, elegant touch to any landscape. This fast-growing, large shade tree matures at 25ft+ tall and 20ft+ wide, making the Biloxi Crape Myrtle an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable and striking shade tree. If you’re looking for a particular shade of delicate pink that’s lighter than Choctaw but darker than Basham's Party Pink, the Biloxi Crape Myrtle is the perfect fit.
This crape myrtle is not only beautiful but also exceptionally hardy, withstanding disease and insect pressures with ease. The Biloxi Crape Myrtle has a very upright growth pattern, and its long branches proudly display flower clusters up to 18 inches long and 12 inches wide. The reliable blooming season stretches from early summer through fall, providing a continuous display of color that will brighten your landscape for months.
At Southern Charm, we understand the importance of true-to-form growth and vibrant color, and the Biloxi Crape Myrtle delivers on both fronts. Its graceful, upright form and delicate baby pink blooms make it an ideal choice for lining driveways, creating a stunning hedge, or serving as a specimen tree in your garden. The tree's foliage turns shades of yellow, gold, and orange in the fall, and the beige and brown exfoliating bark adds year-round interest.
- Mature size: Grows to be 25ft+ tall and 20ft+ wide
- 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
- USDA Growing Zone: Suitable for growing in zones 6-10
- Uses: Shade tree, large thick borders, line your driveway or property line, large landscape focal point or large privacy hedge, stunning specimen tree
- 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: Early summer through fall
- Flower Color: Large baby pink blooms
- Fall Foliage: Yellow, gold, and orange
- Exfoliating Bark Color: Beige and brown
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The Biloxi Crape Myrtle is perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of delicate pink flowers on a large, fast-growing tree. Its exceptional hardiness and reliable blooming make it a must-have for any landscape. Add Biloxi to your garden today and enjoy the beauty and resilience of this timeless variety.
