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:
5-10'
Best known for its:
distinctive weeping, pendulous
growth habit, bright white crepe-like summer flowers,
cold tolerance, high mildew resistance, attractive
bark, prolonged flowering.
Plant family + type:
Lythraceae - small deciduous
summer flowering tree/shrub
Origin:
United States National Arboretum
Introduction. Originated in 1969 from a cross
of L. indica Pink Lace x (L. indica x L. fauriei
seedling). Selected in 1972. Introduced in 1986.
Mildew resistance:
high
Growth habit:
deciduous, semi-pendulous,
semi-dwarf, multi-stemmed, distinctive graceful
effect
Flower color:
snow white,
long-tapered pendulous panicles, golden anthers
Foliage:
dark green, semi-glossy,
dark bronze cast on new foliage
Bark: light
gray & brown
Autumn foliage color:
shades of dark purple and 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 shrub/tree, groves, screens,
white gardens
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