Description: Add a touch of natural beauty to your outdoor space with this stunning Crepe Myrtle tree. Delivered as a bare root, this tree is perfect for planting in your garden and watching it grow into a beautiful addition to your yard. With its white flowering blooms and broadleaf foliage this tree is sure to catch the eye of passersby. Whether it's winter, summer, fall, or spring, this tree is sure to bring joy year-round. It thrives with moderate sunlight and watering, making maintenance easy for any level of gardener. This organic tree is sold by a US seller and is perfect for those looking to add a touch of nature to their home. Live Bare Root Trees with established roots shipped in moist media. These were not grown from cuttings, they were growing at an old homestead. Approximately 2-3 feet tall the trees may have to be bent over to be shipped unless shipped by priority mail but it's ok, they straighten back up. The White Crape Myrtle is versatile and can be grown as a shrub or a small tree. The bark and the flowers are pleasing to the eye. It’s hard to look at the Crape Myrtle tree and not notice its’ beauty. It’s leaves resemble crape paper that has been wrinkled, and they form in clusters of flowers throughout the summer. When the flowers fall, they don’t lose their beauty. Instead, the small brown fruits that look like capsules remain through the winter. With a six to eight-foot spread and height of up to twenty feet, the White Crape Myrtle is not overpowering, but large enough to provide shade to your yard. Planting The White Crape Myrtle is an excellent choice for landscaping, even in urban areas, because they are smaller than most trees. Whether you want shade or privacy, this tree can provide it, while also improving curb appeal. The White Crape Myrtle can be planted in almost any kind of soil, even clay. It grows exceptionally well in our dry Arizona desert environment. The trees originate from warmer regions, so as expected, they grow well in our warm temperatures that can last most of the year. Your landscaping goals can determine how you plant the tree. If you want more privacy from your neighbors, space the trees in a row, so they resemble a fence. You can even plant two rows, staggering the trees for even more privacy. If you are looking for a centerpiece, you can plant one or two White Crape Myrtles and then other plants, shrubs, and trees as accent pieces. Some Phoenix residents choose to plant them in containers, making care, and decorating super easy. Avoid Crape Murder Pruning the White Crape Myrtle tree must be done by a professional tree expert. Many people prune it on their own and usually end up cutting so much of the tree that its natural shape is ruined for the rest of its life. Many call this “crape murder" Pests and Diseases The White Crape Myrtle is a very hardy tree, but it can still struggle with some pests and diseases. If you notice a white powdery coating, this could be a problem. This can happen when the humidity starts to rise. Other pests and diseases to look for are the crape myrtle aphid, flea beetles, Japanese beetles, and spot leaf fungus. There are multiple varieties of each of these, so make sure you consult a local tree expert to learn the proper care and treatment rather than troubleshoot solutions.
Price: 19.88 USD
Location: Winnsboro, South Carolina
End Time: 2024-09-23T22:45:37.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.33 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Common Name: Crepe Myrtle
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Color: White
Brand: Old Fashioned
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Plant Form: Bare Root
Type: Trees, shrub ,ushes & hedges
Watering: Medium
Genus: Lagerstroemia
Number in Pack: 1
Sunlight: Medium Sun
Foliage: Broadleaf
Features: Organic
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States