Red Crepe Myrtle

Red Crepe Myrtle For Sale

Red Crepe Myrtle is an ornamental and deciduous tree with gorgeous exfoliating bark and brilliant red blooms that bloom from summer through early fall. It's a fast-growing tree that stays relatively small and offers deep red blooms in late summer. It's one of the last flowering trees in the late summer season, and it stays blooming for upto six weeks. This is the number one flowering shrub we sell at TN Nursery.

Plant Details – Red Crepe Myrtle Care Guide

Family: Lythraceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Water Needs: Moist

Height:  10 - 20 ft.

Spread:  10 – 15 ft.

Growth Rate: Fast

Bloom Time: Summer

Flower Color: Red

Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies, birds

 Red Crepe Myrtle in Landscape Design

Red Crepe Myrtle is an excellent option for creating a captivating view. It is often sought after for its characteristic bold flowers and bark. Native to Asia, it has naturalized and grown to be synonymous with Southern gardening.

This is a great option for adding to your yard or garden at the mid- or back of the border. You can use it as a privacy hedge or living fence. This tree grows best and blooms most vigorously in a location with full sun, needing at least six hours. Avoid planting it in areas with partial sun.

Flowers will bloom on new wood. Prune in winter to avoid accidentally chopping off your chance of flowers. Make sure to prune off any damaged, diseased, or rubbing branches.Plant this tree in well-draining soil. This tree will not tolerate sitting in a high water table. You can plant this tree in loamy or sandy soil.

This tree is susceptible to fungal issues, so watch for signs of powdery mildew, sooty mold, and leaf spot. Don’t get caught unprepared—have an action plan ready! You can make sure to water low, avoiding the foliage, and water early in the morning to help actively prevent moisture-related fungal issues.

Noteworthy Traits of the Red Crepe Myrtle Tree

Red Crepe Myrtle will attract many kinds of pollinators with its nectar-rich flowers. Bees and butterflies will love to visit this tree! This tree will also attract hummingbirds to your garden. Its peeling bark is completely natural and one of the reasons it is a beloved tree for the landscape.