Crape Myrtle Trees

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Crape Myrtle Trees Deliver Color from Summer to Fall When you're looking for a tree that delivers months of non-stop blooms, captivating fall foliage, and beautiful peeling bark, a crape myrtle tree is exactly what your landscape needs. Whether you call them crepe myrtle or crape myrtle, these woody plants (Lagerstroemia) are undisputed champions of the summer garden. We carry a curated collection of crape myrtle trees in multiple sizes, colors, and growth habits so you can find the perfect specimen for your yard. About Crape Myrtle Trees Crape myrtles belong to the Lagerstroemia genus and thrive in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10, depending on the variety you choose. These trees are native to Southeast Asia and have become beloved across America for their reliability and multi-season appeal. You'll often see both "crape myrtle" and "crepe myrtle" used interchangeably, and both spellings refer to the same beautiful plant. What makes crape myrtle trees so special is their extended blooming season. Most varieties produce delicate, ruffled flowers from early summer through fall, sometimes for 100 days or more. The flower colors range from pure white to soft pink, vibrant red, coral, purple, and magenta. Beyond blooms, these trees offer exfoliating bark that creates visual interest year-round, especially in winter when the cinnamon, tan, or gray tones really shine through. Crape myrtles also adapt well to a wide range of conditions. They're drought-tolerant once established, perform well in hot climates, and actually bloom better in areas with warm summers. Heights vary significantly by variety, from dwarf crepe myrtle tree forms reaching 6 to 8 feet to larger specimens that can stretch 25 to 30 feet tall. This diversity means there's a lagerstroemia tree for nearly any landscape situation. Popular Crape Myrtle Varieties We Carry At Nature Hills Nursery, we stock many of the most sought-after crape myrtle trees for sale. The Black Diamond® collection includes some of