Lagerstroemia 'Baillagone' PP30,360 ~ First Editions® Lunar Magic® Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia 'Baillagone' PP30,360 ~ First Editions® Lunar Magic® Crape MyrtleLunar Magic Crape Myrtle is a compact deciduous shrub with multiple upright trunks forming a rounded habit. Its elliptical leaves are a striking near black on dark red stems. Large panicles of crisp white crepe paper like flowers bloom throughout summer, and can be deadheaded to extend its bloom through fall. Best color in full sun and rich well drained soil. Lunar Magic is disease resistant, and tolerates drought and poor soils. Type: Shrub Origins:

Lunar Magic Crape Myrtle is a compact deciduous shrub with multiple upright  trunks forming a rounded habit.  Its elliptical leaves are a striking near-black on dark red stems.  Large panicles of crisp white crepe-paper like flowers bloom throughout summer, and can be deadheaded to extend its bloom through fall.  Best color in full sun and rich well-drained soil.  Lunar Magic is disease resistant, and tolerates drought and poor soils.  

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  Prune back in spring before bloom to promote flowers.  It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew.  Watch for aphids and scale. 
LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundation Planting, and Street Tree.

COMPANION PLANTS: Indian Hawthorn, Butterfly Bush, Agastache

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.