Cherry Mocha lagerstroemia
Lagerstroemia indica 'Cherry Mocha'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Purple, red, white
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Cherry Mocha' lagerstroemia (Lagerstroemia indica 'Cherry Mocha') is a shrub for borders, containers, and specimen planting. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. It stays compact, growing 24 to 36 inches tall and wide. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal. It also tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Lavender, Black-eyed Susan, and Rosemary.