Red Crape Myrtle – Lagerstroemia indica 5 Bare Root Starter Shrubs | 12–18 Inches Tall | Summer Blooming Ornamental | Easy to Grow

Add vibrant color to your landscape with 5 live Red Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) bare root starter shrubs, each measuring approximately 12–18 inches tall. Renowned for their brilliant scarlet to crimson flower clusters, Red Crape Myrtles bloom from summer into fall, creating a spectacular display in gardens, borders, and landscapes. Their attractive foliage, colorful blooms, and ornamental bark make them a favorite choice for homeowners and gardeners alike.

Your starter shrubs ship bare root with no nursery pot, carefully packaged to help ensure they arrive healthy and ready for planting. These hardy young plants establish quickly and reward gardeners with years of beautiful seasonal blooms.

You will receive:

✔️ 5 live Red Crape Myrtle bare root starter shrubs
✔️ Height: approximately 12–18 inches (6–12 inches minimum)
✔️ Ships bare root (no nursery pot)
✔️ Healthy, rooted plants
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Red Crape Myrtle
Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Bare root starter shrub
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; water regularly while establishing, drought tolerant once mature
Mature Height: 10–20 feet (depending on variety and pruning)
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 6–9
Container Friendly: Yes, while young or when maintained by pruning

💡 Care Tip: Plant your bare root shrubs as soon as possible after arrival. Soak the roots in water for several hours before planting, then water deeply after transplanting. Choose a sunny location to encourage abundant flowering and prune in late winter to maintain shape and promote vigorous new growth.