Flower Color:  Dark Purple

Flower Size:  Large clusters

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The foliage on Purple Magic is remarkable as well. In spring, the leaves emerge a dark reddish-orange color turning to deep, dark, glossy green when mature. The dark foliage combines very well with brightly colored flowers and foliage of other plants nearby. In our gardens, we've found Purple Magic to be a very vigorous grower, doubling in size during each of the first two years, though we think it will slow down over time. It has demonstrated excellent resistance to powdery mildew, even in the hot and humid summers we have here in north-central Georgia.

Growing 9 to 13 feet tall 6 to 8 feet or so wide, Purple Magic Crape Myrtle is ideal for use as an accent tree in almost any size landscape space, even smaller gardens, home foundation plantings and containers. Two can be used to accentuate an entryway. In larger spaces it can be planted in spaced groupings or a straight or curved row to line a drive, walkway or border. A standout in the garden and a fine addition to purple theme gardens.

Suggested Spacing:  6 feet apart for a hedge; 12 feet or more apart for space between trees

Purple Magic Crape Myrtle Tree is very easy to grow. It is not picky about soil type provided the soil is well-drained. A moist but well-drained soil of average fertility is preferred. Full sun is preferred and results in heavier flower production. Light shade is tolerated but flowering will be diminished in more shade. Has shown excellent resistance to powdery mildew and is quite drought tolerant when established. Prune in late winter. How To Prune a Crape Myrtle Tree the Right Way