USDA
plant hardiness zones: 7,
8, 9
(Considered root hardy in zone 6).
Sunset
plant hardiness zones:
7-10, 12-14, 18-21, 25-31
Mature height:
15'-20'
Best known for its:
abundant lavender summer
flowers, high mildew resistance, cold hardiness,
attractive exfoliating bark
Plant family + type:
Lythraceae - medium deciduous
summer flowering tree
Origin:
United States National Arboretum
Introduction . Originated in 1972 from the hybridization
of (L. indica Pink Lace x L. fauriei) x (L. amabilis
Makino x L. indica Hardy Light Pink x L. indica
Red). Selected in 1976. Introduced in 1987.
Mildew resistance:
high
Growth habit:
deciduous, upright, broad
spreading crown, multiple-stemmed
Flower color:
lavender
and purple blend
Foliage:
dark green
Bark: light
gray, mottled, exfoliating bark
Autumn foliage color:
shades of yellow and orange
Blooming period:
summer, autumn for
approximately 90 days
Preferences:
full sun, well-drained soils,
good air circulation, soil pH: 5.0-6.5
Excellent choice
for: specimen,
summer flowering accent tree, groves
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