The Queens Crape Myrtle, Pride of India (Lagerstroemia Speciosa) is a highly sought-after gem, celebrated for its towering presence and medicinal uses in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. Queens Crape Myrtle is a tropical giant matures to an impressive 50-60 feet tall and over 40 feet wide, showcasing lush green leaves that can reach up to 8-10 inches long. Initially emerging red, these leaves transform into a vibrant green, adding a rich texture to the landscape.
- Mature Size: Reaches 50-60 feet tall and 40 feet wide, making it a true spectacle in any setting
- Plant and Pot Size When Shipped: Ships well-rooted in a 1.15qt pot, ensuring a strong start in your garden. We do not sell bare root plants
- USDA Growing Zone: Suitable for zones 9-12, requiring a tropical environment NOTE: Will NOT withstand freezing temperatures
- Uses:Ā Shade tree, line your driveway, large landscape focal point, magnificent specimen tree
- Drought-resistant: Tolerates dry conditions once established
- Non-invasive roots: Safe to plant near structures or other plants
- Growth Rate: Moderate growth, ensuring a long-lived addition to your landscape
- Moderate watering: Requires regular watering when young, becoming drought-resistant with age
- All soil types: Adapts well to a variety of soils
- Full sun: Needs full sunlight (6hrs+), to achieve its best growth and blooms
- Bloom Season: Early Summer into Fall
- Flower Color: Large 1-2ft clusters of varying shades of pink and purple flowers, darkening with age
- Fall Foliage: Although this is a deciduous tree, it maintains its green foliage
- Exfoliating Bark Color: Stunning beige, tan, and light brown bark
- Find My Growing Zone & Average First and Last Frost Dates
- AGAIN, WILL NOT WITHSTAND FREEZING TEMPERATURES.
The Queens Crape Myrtle variety is incredibly rare, with limited quantities available. Its leaves are often used in Eastern medicine, adding to its unique value. The Queens Crape Myrtle cannot withstand a freeze and will die back to the ground in cold climates, making it suitable only for tropical regions.
TheĀ Queens Crape Myrtle is a must-have for collectors and gardeners seeking a rare, large-flowering tree with both beauty and medicinal value. Due to its rarity, this plant the Queens Crape Myrtle is available in very limited quantities.Ā Don't miss the chance to add this majestic tree to your collection.
