Colorful masses of scarlet-red flowers come to life on gorgeous deep green foliage from summer through fall. Vigorous, self-branching habit, reaching 15 to 20 feet tall and 8 to 12 feet wide. Excellent as a landscape specimen. Attracts bees and butterflies. Botanical Name- Lagerstroemia x ‘JM1’ Pronunciation- lag-er-STREE-mee-uh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 12 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Scarlet red Bloom Time- Summer – Fall Companion Plants- Salvia nemorosa ‘Caradonna’ – long-bloom synergy, pollinators Fauna Attracted- Bees (honey, bumble), butterflies, hummingbirds Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter for shape; water deeply in summer and fertilize lightly in spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to shape and encourage vigorous flowering. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate to high feeding need for best bloom. In clay, ensure good drainage and avoid overwatering. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids, sooty mold
