Arapaho lagerstroemia
Lagerstroemia indica × faueri 'Arapaho'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Arapaho' lagerstroemia (Lagerstroemia indica × faueri 'Arapaho') is a tree for specimen use, accent planting, privacy screens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows fast and has a dense habit. Blooms open from early to late summer and draw butterflies and bees. Deer rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Little bluestem, Dense blazing star, and Japanese holly.