Twilight Crepe Myrtle - Lagerstroemia indica 'Twilight'

Twilight Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica ‘Twilight’) is a deciduous tree that will have long lasting purple flowers in the summer months. This is truly a gorgeous addition to your garden that will have heads turning from the road and sidewalk!

Twilight Crepe Myrtle Tree Details | Lagerstroemia indica Overview

Family: Lythraceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Water Needs: Moist

Height: 20 - 25 ft.

Spread: 10 – 20 ft.

Growth Rate: Fast

Bloom Time: Summer

Flower Color: Purple

Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies, birds

How to Grow Twilight Crepe Myrtle Trees in Full Sun Gardens

Twilight Crepe Myrtle has dark foliage with contrasting violet flowers. Captivating multitoned gray and brown exfoliating bark and a multi trunked stem completes the picture of beauty.

Plant to create a living fence or as an accent in your garden. Lovely when trained and kept as a tall privacy hedge plant. The trunks will create a wall – and plenty of curb appeal.

Flowers that twist and curl like crepe paper (hence its name) will bloom in mid summer and stay through early fall, giving you a great season of flowering.

Plant this tree in full sun to encourage the best bloom set on this tree. Avoid planting in dry areas with partial or full shade. Shade will hinder flowers from setting.

Make sure to plant this tree in well draining soil, and keep it watered to have the best ornamental blooms.

Water thoroughly when first planted and during periods of drought as the water will help the flush of flowers. Let Mother Nature do most of the watering. If watering by hand, make sure to water at the base and keep the leaves dry. This will limit your chance of having fungal issues.

Prune any damaged or diseased branches to keep overall plant health. Keep an eye on this plant for fungal issues and treat as they arise.

It is attractive to bees, birds, and wildlife for its flowers and seeds.

Why Choose Lagerstroemia indica Twilight for Your Landscape

Twilight Crepe Myrtle is beloved by many birds, so planting this will attract them for nesting and for eating its seeds.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Summer

Bloom/Foliage Color

Purple

Height at Maturity

Under 25 Feet

Care

Purple Crepe Myrtle thrives with regular watering, especially during dry periods. Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead branches. In spring, fertilize annually with a balanced fertilizer to promote vibrant blooms and healthy growth.

Plant Reproduction

Purple Crepe Myrtle spreads via roots and self-seeding, growing densely.

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees

Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.

Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.

Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.

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