Crape Myrtle Red Rocket

$299.99 / 8'


Item # 13029


Botanical: Lagerstroemia 'Red Rocket'
Common: Red Rocket Crape Myrtle
How To Maintain: Feed March and November with Treetone. Mulch November and June. Deep soak every 2 weeks with MiracleGro the first two summers after planting. Remove suckers at base and keep limbed-up to 3-4'. Spray in March with Horticultural Oil insecticide.The last plant to leaf out in the spring - be patient - til June 1.
Usage: Attractive accent, mass planting or border
Plant In: Full sun, well drained soil
Interest: Cherry red flowers for 3 months every summer
Bloom In: Mid June to August
Flower: Crinkled medium red flower trusses
Full Size: 15
Spacing: 15-20'
Habit: Upright, vase shaped deciduous tree
Growth: Slow
Exposure: Full Sun
Hardiness: 0 to 10 deg. F
Water Use: Water regularly as needed
Leaf: Glossy dark green leaves
Seasonal: Red-orange fall foliage

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