A popular Indian Summer hybrid bearing large trusses of coral-pink summer flowers above mildew-resistant foliage, with mottled tan bark and orange-red autumn colour. A reliable feature tree.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 6 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora'
Botanically, Lagerstroemia 'Tuscarora' is a fast-growing tree in the Lythraceae family. It reaches around 6 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. Pink flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora'
Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora' suits warm-temperate, subtropical and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora' is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora' in the garden
Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and a shade tree.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora' with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Buying Crepe Myrtle 'Tuscarora'
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