Lagerstroemia 'Peppermint Mocha' ~ BARISTA® Peppermint Mocha Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia 'Peppermint Mocha' ~ BARISTA® Peppermint Mocha Crape Myrtle

$12.29
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Peppermint Mocha Crape Myrtle is a dwarf upright deciduous shrub with very dark green to near black foliage on red stems.  An extremely heavy bloom of large panicles with rich rose pink flowers bloom on new wood in late summer into fall.  Best color in full sun and rich well-drained soil.  In Southern climates Peppermint Mocha will be taller than listed. Type:  Shrub Height:  2' - 2.5' Spread:  2.5’ - 3' Spacing:  3' USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Pink Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  Prune back in spring before bloom to promote flowers.  It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew.  Watch for aphids and scale.LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundation Planting, and Hedges. COMPANION PLANTS: Lilyturf, Hibiscus, Butterfly Bush

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