White crapemyrtle blooms and chocolate colored foliage of Delta Moonlight
White blooming crapemyrtle stem with dark chocolate foliage on a white background
Delta Moonlight bears showy white blooms that contrast vividly with its unique, dark burgundy, curved leaves
Delta Moonlight bears showy white blooms that contrast vividly with its unique, dark burgundy, curved leaves
Delta Moonlight bears showy white blooms that contrast vividly with its unique, dark burgundy, curved leaves
Delta Moonlight bears showy white blooms that contrast vividly with its unique, dark burgundy, curved leaves
Delta Moonlight bears showy white blooms that contrast vividly with its unique, dark burgundy, curved leaves
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Delta Moonlight™ Crapemyrtle

Crapemyrtle Lagerstroemia indica 'Delea'

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

Light Needs

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Full Sun

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones 7a - 9b

mature dimensions

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8-12′ high x 4-6′ wide
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More About Delta Moonlight™ Crapemyrtle

Bloom/Feature

White, very showy panicles of blooms in summer.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Disease / Pest Resistance, Heat Tolerance, Reblooming, Upright Habit

Flowering Season

Summer

Uses

Accent, Container, Cut Flowers, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early 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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