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Close-up picture of the ruffled crape blooms of Delta Breeze Crapemyrtle
Light lavender blooms on Delta Breeze Crapemyrtle's dark chocolate foliage growing tall on a Southern Living Plant Collection nursery
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Delta Breeze™ Crapemyrtle

Lagerstroemia indica 'Deled'

Delta Breeze bears light lavender blooms that contrast vividly with its unique, dark burgundy, curved leaves. This versatile small tree is a stunning garden accent.

Light Needs

Full Sun

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 9b

mature dimensions

10-14′ high x 4-6′ wide

More About Delta Breeze™ Crapemyrtle

Bloom/Feature

Light lavender, very showy, panicles of blooms in summer

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Disease / Pest Resistance, Heat Tolerance, Reblooming, Upright Habit, Water-wise

Flowering Season

Summer

Uses

Accent, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

Deadhead year-round and trim back in fall

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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