‘Miss Frances’ Crapemyrtle

Lagerstroemia indica 'Miss Frances'

A new crapemyrtle with deep red flowers over an extended bloom season. Plants have lustrous green foliage and form a round spreading growth habit maturing at 15–20′. Beautiful grey-orange bark.

Light Needs

Full Sun

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 9b

mature dimensions

15–20′ high x 10–15′ wide
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 9a
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More About ‘Miss Frances’ Crapemyrtle

Bloom/Feature

Large deep red flowers over an extended bloom season.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Disease / Pest Resistance, Drought Tolerance, Returns Year After Year, Spreading Habit, Upright Habit, Winter / Fall Foliage Color, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

Summer

Uses

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

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

Non needed but if desired, in winter

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• 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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