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 required in unprotected areas of the garden. Potted plants are best overwintered in a frost-free place.

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.