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Dark red blooms on dark green foliage of Miss Frances Colorama Crapemyrtle
Dark red blooms on dark green foliage of Miss Frances Colorama Crapemyrtle
Dark red blooms on dark green foliage of Miss Frances Colorama Crapemyrtle

‘Miss Frances’ Crapemyrtle

Lagerstroemia indica 'Miss Frances'

Light Needs

Full Sun

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 9b

mature dimensions

15–20′ H x 10–15′ W
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b
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More About ‘Miss Frances’ Crapemyrtle

Bloom/Feature

Deep red flowers in summer

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

After flowering

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1 –2″ above soil level

• Water and add more soil if needed

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

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