Lagerstroemia ind. Rubra Magnifica' - 10-15 CM P9

Description
The Crepe myrtle 'Rubra Magnifica' (Lagerstroemia indica) is a very popular, deciduous tub plant. Its pink-red flowers appear from August to October. The dark green leaves are egg-shaped. The location should be as sunny to semi-shady as possible. Humus and nutrient-rich soil is ideal. Under favourable conditions, the Crepe myrtle 'Rubra Magnifica' reaches a height of approx. 3 m.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers * tolerates pruning

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Crepe myrtle 'Rubra Magnifica' are dark green, ovoid.

Spread
Asia.

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

Growth
Upright, compact.

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 to semi-shady 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 'Rubra Magnifica' forms pink flowers from August.

Use
Tub, solitary, group planting

Root
Lagerstroemia indica 'Rubra Magnifica' is a heartroot.