Whit II lagerstroemia
Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size5 to 20 feet tall5 to 18 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Creamy red
- Fall color
- Yes
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Whit II' lagerstroemia (Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II') is a shrub for specimen planting, hedges, 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 forms a dense shape. Creamy red flowers open from early to late summer and again in early autumn, and they draw butterflies and bees. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with Switchgrass, Blue star, and Boxwood.