Upright Crape Myrtle with Vibrant Ruby Red Blooms and Exceptional Disease Resistance
Red Rocket Crape Myrtle features vibrant ruby red blooms from summer through fall with upright growth habit and attractive exfoliating bark. This exceptional crape myrtle cultivar delivers extended flowering season, strong vertical form, and superior disease resistance, making it perfect for specimen plantings, privacy screens, and adding bold summer color to landscapes.
Key Features
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Vibrant Ruby Red Blooms: Profuse deep red flower clusters bloom from mid-summer through fall
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Upright Growth Habit: Strong vertical form creates dramatic height and presence
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Extended Flowering: Long blooming period provides months of continuous color
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Attracts Pollinators: Butterflies and hummingbirds love the vibrant blooms
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Excellent Disease Resistance: Superior resistance to powdery mildew and other common issues
Growing Specifications
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Light: Full sun
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Mature Size: 10-20' tall x 6-10' wide
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Hardiness: Zones 7-9
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Type: Deciduous shrub/tree
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Pruning: Prune in late winter to early spring before new growth. Remove spent flower clusters to encourage rebloom. Avoid heavy "crape murder" pruning.
Landscape Uses
Perfect for specimen plantings, privacy screens, mixed borders, and street trees. Excellent choice for adding vibrant summer color and vertical accents. Pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, purple foliage plants, and summer perennials. Ideal for parking lot islands, foundation plantings, and creating focal points in landscapes.
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Tolerates heat, humidity, and drought once established. Water regularly during establishment. Once established, very drought tolerant. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
For detailed planting instructions, visit our Proper Planting Directions page.
Pricing & Availability
All items are subject to availability. You may contact us via email - mulchpit1@gmail.com or call us at 615-754-7076 to check our current availability. We strive to keep our website prices accurate, but prices are subject to change.
