Lagerstroemia 'Velma's Royal Delight' | Lythraceae - Loosestrife Family

Enjoy VELMA'S ROYAL DELIGHT CRAPE MYRTLES for their ...

. eye-catching magenta purple summer flowers
. prolonged bloom >>> summer to fall
. increased cold hardiness + mildew resistance
. upright + compact growth habit >>> grows to 4-6'
. eco-friendly nature >>> carefree + drought tolerant
. attractive autumn foliage + bark
. enduring popularity >>> old-fashioned heirloom plant

USDA hardiness zones: 7, 8, 9
Sunset hardiness zones: 7-10, 12-14, 18-21, 25-31 [western states]

Plant preferences:
. Sunlight: full sun + good air circulation
. Water: evenly moist [considered drought tolerant once established]
. Soils: humus-rich + well-drained + slightly acid [soil pH 5.0-6.5]

Plant origin: Originally from Otto Springs Nursery, Okmulgee, OK as a chance seedling. Selected by Mrs. Velma McDaniel, Wichita, KS in 1987 and named by her in 1991. Introduced by Dr. John C. Pair, Kansas State University, in 1991.

Our plant size: Premium Three Gallon Plant

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