Lagerstroemia ind. 'Berry Dazzle' - P9

Description
The Crepe myrtle 'Berry Dazzle'® (Lagerstroemia indica) is a very popular, deciduous tub plant. Its pink-red flowers appear from the end of June to October. The green-red leaves are egg-shaped. The location should be as sunny and sheltered as possible. A well-drained and nutrient-rich soil is ideal. Under favourable conditions, the Crepe myrtle 'Berry Dazzle'® reaches a height of approx. 3 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* attractive yellow autumn colouring * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * can be built over

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Crepe myrtle 'Berry Dazzle'® are green-red, egg-shaped. Crepe myrtle 'Berry Dazzle'® turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
Asia.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is advisable in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Shrubby.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Care
Cut back frozen shoots to the healthy wood as soon as there is no longer any danger of frost.

Flower
Lagerstroemia indica 'Berry Dazzle'® forms pink flowers from the end of June.

Use
Tub, solitary, balcony/terrace

Root
Lagerstroemia indica 'Berry Dazzle'® is a heartroot.