A medium Indian Summer hybrid crepe myrtle with bright lavender-lilac summer flowers, mildew-resistant foliage and orange-red autumn colour. A multi-stemmed feature for smaller gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma'
Botanically, Lagerstroemia 'Yuma' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Lythraceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. Purple flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma'
Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma' 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 'Yuma' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 1.8 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma' performs well with relatively little water once established. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma' in the garden
Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and a fast screen or informal hedge.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma' with species that also favour happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Buying Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma'
Plant Sale lists Crepe Myrtle 'Yuma' as advanced specimens and bare-root stock. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
