USDA
plant hardiness zones: 7,
8, 9
(Considered root hardy in zone 7).
Sunset plant hardiness
zones: 7-10,
12-14, 18-21, 25-31
Mature height:
20'
Best known for its:
showy vibrant pinkish-red
clusters, frequent recurrent blooming from early
July to September, distinct horizontal branching.
Plant family + type:
Lythraceae - large deciduous
summer flowering tree
Origin:
Orig.
in 1968 from the cross of L. indica DALLAS RED
X L. (indica x fauriei) BASHAM’S PARTY PINK.
Selected in 1972. Intro. in 1986 by U.S. National
Arboretum. Name registered May 1, 1992.
Mildew resistance:
high
Growth habit:
decidious, horizontal branching,
multi-stemmed
Flower color:
dark pink
to near red
Foliage:
glossy, dark green
Bark: mottled
grayish-tan
Autumn foliage color:
orange-red
Blooming period:
summer, autumn
Preferences:
full sun, well-drained soils,
good air circulation, soil pH: 5.0-6.5
Excellent choice
for: specimen,
Flowering accent tree, avenue plantings, groves
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