Lagerstroemia ind. 'Red Imperator' - 175-200 CM C20

Description
The Crepe myrtle 'Red Imperator' (Lagerstroemia indica) is a very popular, deciduous tub plant. Its red flowers appear from July to September. The dark green 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 'Red Imperator' reaches a height of approx. 3 m and grows up to 2 m wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Lagerstroemia nana 'Red Imperator'.

Bulletpoints
* attractive yellow autumn colouring * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Crepe myrtle 'Red Imperator' are dark green, ovate. Crepe myrtle 'Red Imperator' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
Asia.

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

Growth
Shrubby.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

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 'Red Imperator' forms red flowers from July.

Use
Tub, solitary

Root
Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Imperator' is a heartroot.