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Deep Green Foliage Meets Masses of Scarlet Blooms
Why Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle Trees?
A vibrant profusion of rich scarlet blooms emerges against deep green foliage, making the Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle a true focal point tree that transforms any landscape area.
From early summer until the first frost, the Colorama™ Scarlet Crape delights with unmatched hues and full blooms. Because it's drought-tolerant, unbelievably cold hardy, and particularly suited for smaller gardens despite delivering huge color, you'll have second-to-none beauty and the benefit of effortless growth.
The Colorama™ also matures super quickly and boasts a vigorous branching habit, so it'll transform your yard into the best on the block in no time.
Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better
Grown, nurtured, and shipped with the utmost care, your Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle Tree is expertly-cultivated and tailored for the best possible growth in your garden. Basically, you get all of the benefits of its color and fast growth without putting in any of the work.
Plus, this variety is nearly impossible to find at your local nursery or garden center.
Amazing color and full, flourishing growth await...and will be delivered directly to your door.
Deep scarlet blooms and eye-catching green foliage are just a click away – order your Colorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle Tree before it's gone!
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Well-drained soil and a fun sun location are ideal for your Crape Myrtle. Simply select an area that receives 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day. Once you’ve selected a location, dig a hole that’s about two times the size of your plant’s root ball. Place your tree, backfill the soil, and tamp down to finish. Water after planting your Crape to settle its roots.
2. Watering: Water your Crape Myrtle thoroughly every other day for the first month. After that, scale back to once every week or week and a half.
If you’re not sure when to water your plant, simply check its soil. If its surrounding soil near your Crape is dry, down to about 2 or 3 inches, it’s time to water.
3. Fertilizing: Feed your Crape Myrtle with a well-balanced fertilizer once each year, just as new growth emerges.
4. Pruning: Prune your Crape Myrtle during late winter or early spring to achieve your desired height and shape but do so carefully – no need to cut off all its branches!
Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $129 | $19.95 |
| $129 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 15-20 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 8-12 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Botanical Name: | Lagerstroemia x 'JM1' PPAF |
| Does Not Ship To: | AZ,OR |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 6-10 outdoors |
| Your Growing Zone: | # |
Growing Zones: 6-10 outdoors
(hardy down to 0℉)Customer Reviews & Photos
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United StatesSturdy Little Tree
That will grow into a beautiful life form.
United StatesCrate Myrtle Tree
The trees were shipped fast and was unbelievable how well the two trees were packed so well. The trees looked great. I planted the trees as instructed and after 2 weeks have grown approximated 4 inches. Can't wait to see them next year.
United StatesMy Colorama Scarlet Crape Myrtle Tree
I was impressed how securely the tree was packed into the shipping box. The tree was in very good condition. The tree has budded out and will probably bloom in a week or two. I'm very pleased.
United StatesScarlet crape myrtle
Great, trees came in great shape and already starting to take shape
United StatesColorama™ Scarlet Crape Myrtle Tree
Came packaged well and fast delivery. They look great!!