Lagerstroemia ind. 'Red Red Wine'? - P9

Description
The Crepe myrtle 'Red Rocket' (Lagerstroemia indica) is a very popular, deciduous tub plant. Its red flowers appear from July to September. 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 Rocket' reaches a height of approx. 5 m and grows up to 5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers * tolerates pruning

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 Rocket' forms red flowers from July.

Use
Tub, solitary

Root
Lagerstroemia indica 'Red Rocket' is a heartroot.