Upright and spreading tree or shrub with beautiful bark, true red summer blooms and maroon-tinged foliage with brilliant fall color. National Arboretum hybrid that is mildew resistant. Plant in groups as a hedge or use as a small street tree. Deciduous.
 
Common Name: Arapaho Crape Myrtle
Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica x faueri 'Arapaho'
Watering Needs:Once established, needs only occasional watering.
Botanical Pronunciation:la-ger-STRE-mee-a IN-dih-kuh
Plant type:Shrub, Tree
Deciduous/evergreen:Deciduous
Growth rate:Moderate
Average landscape size:Single or multi-stemmed small upright tree to 20 ft. tall, 10 ft. wide in 10 years.
Special features:Attractive Bark, Attracts Butterflies, Fall Color, Improved Disease Resistance, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Year-round Interest
Foliage color:Green
Blooms:Summer
Flower color:Red
Flower attributesShowy Flowers