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Earlier blooming bright pink crapemyrtle with intense dark foliage.
| Dimensions | 8 × 6 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Lagerstroemia indica 'SMNLIG' PP#33,291 |
| Zone | 6b, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Black, Purple |
| Height | 6-12' |
| Width/Spread | 8' |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Hedges, Specimen |
| Features | Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Deer resistant, Fall interest, Heat tolerant |
Blooms on new wood. Pruning depends on the plant’s role in the landscape, however, these large, tree-like crapemyrtles are best pruned only to develop an appealing form. Regular pruning or cutting back should generally be avoided
