Vibrant Crape Myrtle with Deep Pink Blooms and Exceptional Disease Resistance
Sioux Crape Myrtle features abundant deep pink blooms from summer through fall with attractive exfoliating bark and excellent mildew resistance. This superior crape myrtle cultivar delivers extended flowering season, multi-season interest, and low-maintenance beauty, making it perfect for specimen plantings, street trees, and adding vibrant summer color to landscapes.
Key Features
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Abundant Deep Pink Blooms: Profuse vibrant pink flower clusters bloom from mid-summer through fall
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Extended Flowering: Long blooming period provides months of continuous color
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Exfoliating Bark: Attractive cinnamon-brown bark peels to reveal smooth lighter bark, providing winter interest
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Excellent Disease Resistance: Superior resistance to powdery mildew and other common crape myrtle issues
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Fall Color: Foliage transforms to orange-red in autumn before dropping
Growing Specifications
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Light: Full sun
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Mature Size: 15-20' tall x 10-15' wide
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Hardiness: Zones 7-9
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Type: Deciduous 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, street trees, mixed borders, and foundation plantings. Excellent choice for adding vibrant summer color and multi-season interest. Pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, purple foliage plants, and summer perennials. Ideal for southern landscapes and properties seeking low-maintenance flowering trees.
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Tolerates heat, humidity, and drought once established. Apply mulch to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. 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.
