Enjoy RHAPSODY IN PINK® CRAPE MYRTLE trees for their...

. massive displays of eye-catching, crepe-like soft pink summer flowers
. distinctive foliage >>> burgundy new growth changing to purplish-green
. prolonged bloom >>> summer to fall
. increased cold hardiness + mildew resistance
. fast + vigorous growth habit >>> fast growing trees to 15-20'
. waterwise eco-friendly nature >>> considered drought tolerant + long-lived
. exceptional performance in hot + dry climate landscapes
. showy late fall foliage + attractive bark + winter silhouettes
. garden versatility >>> standalone accent tree + informal groves + allee plantings

USDA plant hardiness zones: 7, 8, 9
. Our zone 6 customers report exceptional root hardiness and perennial-like growth
. Our zone 5 customers grow their crape myrtles in winter-protected containers
Sunset plant hardiness zones: 7-10, 12-14, 18-21, 25-31 [western states]

LIGHT: full sun for best flower production
WATER: evenly moist [considered drought tolerant once established]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + well-drained + slightly acid [soil pH 5.0-6.5]

Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit VIII' - PP# 16616
Plant Family: Lythraceae - Loosestrife Family
Plant Origin/Crepe Myrtle Nursery Cultivar: China + Japan | Rhapsody in Pink's a new crepe myrtle developed and patented by Dr. Carl Whitcomb of Stillwater, OK
a.k.a: Rhapsody in Pink Crepe Myrtle, Crepemyrtle
Related Crape Myrtle trees for sale:
Acoma, Arapaho, Catawba, Dynamite, Miami, Muskogee, Natchez, Pink Velour, Red Rocket, Sioux, Tonto, Velma's Royal Delight
Special Order Crape Myrtle Plants: Please call for current availability
Basham's Party Pink, Baton Rouge, Country Red, Dallas Red, Lafayette, Pixie White, Pocomoke, Rosey Carpet, Tuscarora, Victor Red

How to grow Rhapsody in Pink Crepe Myrtle Trees:
. Select a location that provides adequate sunlight, water, and soil requirements
. Water regularly until established and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize crepemyrtles in early spring. [avoid over fertilizing]
. Prune side branches only in late winter before new growth appears
. Remove any sucker growth at base of plant as needed
. Maintain a mulch layer to conserve soil moisture and minimize pesky weeds
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around crape myrtle plants once they're established
. Provide winter protection in plant's northern climate range

Plant Shipping Size: Premium Three Gallon [#3G] nursery-grown plant (11.36L)

Sorry, SOLD OUT Stay tuned for 2010 plant availability

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