Miss Gail Crapemyrtle

‘Miss Gail’ Crapemyrtle

Lagerstroemia indica 'Miss Gail'

A new crapemyrtle with superior purple flower color over an extended bloom season. Large green foliage produced on an upright, tight vase shape habit. Matures at 20′. Beautiful grey-brown bark.

Light Needs

Full Sun

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 9b

mature dimensions

15–20′ H x 8–10′ W

More About ‘Miss Gail’ Crapemyrtle

Bloom/Feature

Dark purple flowers in summer

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F x 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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