CORDON BLEU DWARF CRAPE MYRTLE
Lagerstroemia indica 'Cordon Bleu'

usda plant hardiness zones: 7, 8, 9 | sunset plant hardiness zones: 7-10, 12-14, 18-21, 25-31 [western states]
mature height: 2-3'
best known for its: unusual lavender-blue crepe-like summer flowers, prolific flowering, popularity in containers
plant family + type: Lythraceae . deciduous summer flowering shrub
origin: Lagerstroemia variety
mildew resistance: fair
growth habit: low growing
flower color: lavender-blue, heavy flowering habit
bark: gray to tan
autumn foliage color: n/a
blooming period: summer . autumn
preferences: full sun, well-drained soils, good air circulation, soil pH: 5.0-6.5
excellent choice for: large scale summer flowering groundcovers, container gardens
crape myrtle maintenance: avoid over fertilizing; it reduces flowering . prune only to thin out canopy; improves light and air circulation . remove sucker growth as necessary . in northern climate range plant in a protected location and mulch before winter
also responds to: Louisa Crepe Myrtle
shipping size: Premium One Gallon Plant